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How Not to Die

Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease

Michael Greger and Gene Stone

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How Not to Die
Diet vs. Medicine+
Plant-Based Power+
Fruits & Berries+
Vegetables+
Beans & Grains+
Nuts & Seeds+
Herbs & Spices+
Beverages+
Exercise+

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Question 1 of 9
Why does the American medical profession heavily rely on prescribing drugs rather than dietary changes, according to the text?
  • A. Nutritional training is severely lacking in US medical schools, with only 25 percent offering even one course.
  • B. Most patients refuse to adopt plant-based diets, forcing doctors to rely on pharmaceuticals.
  • C. Pharmaceutical companies legally prohibit doctors from recommending dietary changes as a primary treatment.
  • D. Scientific evidence shows that dietary changes are generally less effective than drugs for chronic ailments.
Question 2 of 9
What was the outcome for long-term vegetarians who began eating meat just one day per week?
  • A. They experienced a slight increase in bone density.
  • B. Their life expectancy dropped by 3.6 years.
  • C. They had a 20 percent higher risk of developing type-2 diabetes.
  • D. Their cholesterol levels remained unaffected due to their long-term vegetarianism.
Question 3 of 9
How does the natural sugar found in whole fruits differ from added sugars in terms of health impact?
  • A. Natural fructose is processed by the liver faster, preventing weight gain.
  • B. The fiber, antioxidants, and phytonutrients in whole fruit combat the adverse effects of the fructose.
  • C. Whole fruits contain a different chemical structure of fructose that does not trigger insulin spikes.
  • D. Natural sugar in fruits actually increases the risk of type-2 diabetes if eaten daily.
Question 4 of 9
How should cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage ideally be prepared to maximize their cancer-fighting molecule, sulforaphane?
  • A. Boiled for at least 20 minutes to break down tough cellular walls.
  • B. Eaten raw or chopped 40 minutes before cooking to activate the necessary enzyme.
  • C. Roasted with a healthy fat like olive oil to increase absorption.
  • D. Blended into a smoothie immediately after harvesting.
Question 5 of 9
When shopping for whole grains, what nutritional label ratio should consumers look for to ensure the product is actually healthy?
  • A. A carbohydrate to fiber ratio of five to one or lower.
  • B. A protein to carbohydrate ratio of two to one or higher.
  • C. A sugar to fiber ratio of exactly zero.
  • D. A carbohydrate to fiber ratio of ten to one or higher.
Question 6 of 9
Despite being high in calories, why do clinical studies show that adding nuts and seeds to a diet does not typically cause weight gain?
  • A. They suppress the appetite for up to 12 hours after consumption.
  • B. The body fails to absorb some of the fat, and nuts boost the body's fat-burning metabolism.
  • C. The high fiber content causes the calories to be burned entirely during digestion.
  • D. They contain a specific enzyme that blocks the absorption of carbohydrates.
Question 7 of 9
Why is it recommended to consume black pepper alongside turmeric?
  • A. Black pepper enhances the flavor profile of curcumin.
  • B. Black pepper suppresses the body's rapid elimination of turmeric.
  • C. Black pepper prevents the formation of kidney stones caused by turmeric.
  • D. Black pepper activates the otherwise dormant antioxidants in turmeric.
Question 8 of 9
According to the Beverage Guidance Panel mentioned in the text, how is cow's milk categorized?
  • A. It is ranked second only to water for its hydration properties.
  • B. It is highly recommended for increasing bone density in adults.
  • C. It is ranked alongside beer and linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer.
  • D. It is considered a neutral beverage, neither beneficial nor harmful.
Question 9 of 9
Why do the US Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion guidelines recommend only 20 minutes of daily exercise, contradicting the scientifically backed 90-minute recommendation?
  • A. They believe 90 minutes of exercise causes excessive wear and tear on joints.
  • B. They suggest what they think is realistic for the public, calculating that "something is better than nothing."
  • C. They base their guidelines strictly on cardiovascular limits for the elderly.
  • D. They found that 20 minutes of exercise burns the exact amount of calories consumed in a typical American diet.

How Not to Die — Full Chapter Overview

How Not to Die Summary & Overview

How Not to Die (2015) explains how a plant-based diet can extend your life while transforming your quality of living. These blinks offer a wealth of health-boosting nutritional information and hands-on dietary advice that you won’t get from your doctor.

Who Should Listen to How Not to Die?

  • Patients diagnosed with life-threatening conditions such as heart disease and diabetes
  • Those with a family history of such conditions
  • Anyone who is overweight, tired or generally feels unwell

About the Author: Michael Greger and Gene Stone

Michael Greger, MD, is an internationally renowned doctor, author and speaker. Additionally, he serves as director of public health and animal agriculture at the Humane Society of the United States and runs the website NutritionFacts.org.

Gene Stone is the author of several books on plant-based nutrition, including the bestseller, Forks Over Knives.

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