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| The Perricone Promise: Look Younger, Live Longer in Three Easy Steps |  | Author: Nicholas Perricone
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
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Pages: 320
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Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 7 x 0.9
Dewey Decimal Number: 646.72
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Publication Date: September 20, 2005
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For women seeking complexion perfection, Dr. Nicholas Perricone is the name to know; actress Courteney Cox counts herself among his many devotees. In The Perricone Promise, he claims that his 28-day program will help stop and even reverse the aging process, making anyone who follows his advice "look and feel ten years younger." Perricone says the brain and the skin both start out as the same embryonic tissue, so it follows that any efforts aimed at improving one's complexion will also improve one's memory and overall sense of well-being. To this end, he recommends a three-pronged approach: a very specific 28-day diet; supplements taken morning, noon, and night; and his own line of "topical" cosmetics, all aimed at boosting the body's levels of "peptides and neuropeptides." These substances, according to Perricone, are not only the building blocks of the skin's collagen, but an integral part of the functioning of the immune system, and may prevent inflammation in the body that's associated with such illnesses as arthritis and heart disease. Perricone's diet sensibly includes a "rainbow" of fruits and vegetables and the liberal use of herbs and spices, and shuns any foods browned or cooked at high temperatures. But unfortunately, some of the food combinations sound less than appetizing (typical snack: "1-2 ounces sliced turkey or chicken breast, 3 olives, 3 strawberries, 8 ounces water"). His eponymous supplements and cosmetics are also pretty pricey, but as far as Perricone's fans are concerned, when it comes to putting the brakes on the aging process, you get what you pay for. --Erica Jorgensen
Product Description
DESCRIPTION: Dr. Nicholas Perricone has helped millions of people maintain younger looking skin. But in order to truly look and feel younger, readers must preserve their entire body, not just their skin. Now, Dr. Perricone reveals a groundbreaking, 28-day program that promises to help readers stay young forever. The secret is neuropeptides, the biggest breakthrough in anti-aging medicine. The book explains the science behind neuropeptides and the incredible results that can be achieved by regulating and controlling these chemicals in the body. Dr. Perricone reveals a structured program designed to remove wrinkles, speed up metabolism and weight loss, and enhance mood, brain function, and overall health. This three-pronged attack on aging includes Dr. Perricone's exclusive list of 10 superfoods to rejuvenate the body, revolutionary nutritional supplements, and state-of-the-art topical applications. THE PERRICONE PROMISE is the book everyone must own--no matter what their age.
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 It's all a matter of what choices we make. June 3, 2005
MotherLodeBeth (Sierras of California)
170 out of 177 found this review helpful
The reason the book interested me was because of his appearance on my local PBS station. While I agree that his menus, supplements etc may be out of reach for a few people, many are well within the budget of someone who knows how to budget well and is willing to learn how to eat healthy.
His simple suggestions to stop drinking coffee in the morning and drink green or black tea instead is something most people can do.
Cannot afford Pacific salmon like I can? Then use the flax seed oil like he recommends. I also use flax seed oil. And who cannot afford to buy fresh or frozen blueberries? One bag of frozen blueberries is less than four dollars and will last you a whole week since one serving is only 1/3 cup.
A can of salmon which he says you can substitute if fresh isn't available or is to expensive for those living in the mid-west. One average size salmon fillet where I live is around 8 oz, which cut in half will make two meals.
Most people need only delete the junk food and invest in the good foods he recommends. Most people can afford to plant a few fresh vegetables in their yards or amongst the flower gardens, so that's something he also encourages.
As for some of the pricier items he suggests, I tend to think most Americans with well stocked and affordable health or whole food stores, can budget wisely and buy many of the items he suggests.
Look at his average breakfast which costs very little if you look at the amount needed. 3 egg omelet and/or 4-6 oz. grilled salmon, 1/2 cup cooked non-instant oatmeal, 1/3 cup fresh berries or small slice of melon. Green tea. 8-12 oz. spring water per meal.
For lunch he suggests something more salmon and a small 2 cup serving of a dark green lettuce salad with extra virgin olive oil and fresh squeezed lemon to taste, and 1/3 cup serving of fresh fruit.
For snacks he suggests Small handful of hazelnuts, walnuts or almonds or an apple. For dinner he suggests fish, another small sald and additional vegetables like 1/2 cup steamed asparagus, broccoli, or spinach, and 1/3 cup berries or melon and water.
He does allow an apple or nuts etc as a bedtime snack, but I dont eat anything three hours before bedtime.
Look at how much the average family spends on Pepsi, Coke and other soft drinks per month, yet a good water filter like the Brita faucet mount available via Amazon.com can give you a better beverage, good clean water, which will heal and vitalize your body for of what one six pack of sodas cost you in one month.
It's all a matter of what choices we make. And even he says that even if you follow only one part of his program you should be healthier. All I need do is look at how much the choices he suggests will save me in medical costs (co-pays) over the year and it's well worth it.
And I am walking proof that some simple changes like drinking water throughout the day, getting enough sleep, walking more, eating smaller meals, and having a more positive attitude can help you have better skin and loose weight and keep it off. And I have continued to do this, even after my husband died fourteen months ago, thanks to a drunk driver.
Science or not, my skin is luminous September 25, 2005
J. Koger (Midwest)
70 out of 74 found this review helpful
I've read the book, and three days ago, I implemented many of its recommendations - starting with cutting an abundance of sugar out of my diet, eating Alaskan salmon, and almonds for snacks. I have also read criticisms of Perricone in the New York Times and other periodicals. The bottom line is that - science or not - my skin is glowing and smooth in a way I have never experienced without applying shimmering lotions or creams. (I have cronic dry skin.) Yesterday, I didn't have to apply concealor to cover undereye circles for the first time in years.
I don't know if it is the green tea, water, olive oil, eating berries, lack of sugar or what. But something is working. And I'm not taking his supplements or using his creams. I am simply paying attention to what I eat, and spending a bit more at the grocery store and when I go out to eat to make healthier choices.
Part of the review complaints is the expense of the food. I admit - I am a bit irritated that he is pushing his own expensive supplements and skin products as part of the regimen. But as for the complaints about food - have we really come down to this point in America, where we are willing to spend $250 on the latest ipod but not an extra 5 dollars a day to eat healthier food? Have we become so spoiled in this country by the $5 sugar filled value meal at McDonalds, that we are aghast that nutricious food should cost us more?? I have been guilty of this, too, but this book has me rethinking my priorities.
Feel Better Within Days November 11, 2004
Seattle Reader
48 out of 51 found this review helpful
An easy to follow guide to feeling years younger (literally within just a few days). And yes, the healthy feeling shows! Energy levels increase, and friends and colleagues notice a difference. The food is delicious and drinking green tea (I bought some wonderful tea from goldenmoontea.com) brings energy without the jitters of coffee. This is not just another diet fad. It is well-balanced good sense for a longer life.
Perricone Delivers on His Promise October 22, 2004
Kate-the-Great
97 out of 108 found this review helpful
I got an advanced copy of this book because my friend works for WarnerBooks, and he knew I was a fan of Dr. Perricone. Before I opened the book, I was skeptical... thinking it couldn't have anything more useful than The Perricone Prescription, which was great.
However, I was mistaken.
It has a lot more useful instructions on how to eat - when to eat - what to eat, and how to follow Dr. Perricone's program. I am on day 4 of the 28 day program outlined in the back of the book, and I already feel 5 years younger - I can't wait to see how I feel in 3 1/2 weeks! The recipes he recommends are delicious and I don't ever feel hungry. This book itself is an easy read - the last sections are all outlines of the diet and recipes, so you can read the contents before that pretty quickly.
I recommend this to anyone who is over 30 and thinking about trying a diet like south beach - Dr. Perricone follows a lot of the same principals, but the added benefit is you will look younger, too. So, if you want to only get skinny, go on atkins or south beach. If you want to lose weight and not look old, too, read and follow the program in the perricone promise.
Saved me money and surgery August 5, 2005
EllenD (Beaverton)
33 out of 34 found this review helpful
If you are looking for a magic (and cheap) pill to solve all your problems, you will never be satisfied. I think it's funny when I read all the reviews for this book that complain how expensive Dr. Perricone's products are. First of all, if you read the book you will see that he stresses a healthy lifestyle and presents a very do-able diet that will work wonders by itself. The foods he suggests are reduce inflammation and are high in antioxidants, and will make you healthier on the inside, which will show on the outside (A.K.A. your skin).
The products he suggests include supplements and facial creams to help tighten wrinkles on your skin and even out discolorations and such. I actually just tried the diet alone first, and saw dramatic improvements in my skin, so I then tried the products and it got even better! The best part is that I was going to have plastic surgery, but put it on hold to see what dr. perricone's program could do for me.... now, I don't need surgery! I saved $20,000!!! And nobody stuck any needles in my eye to paralyze my muscles the way botox does - stay away from botox! Buy this book if you want to feel and look better, if you can stick to the diet and don't expect anything for free.
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