I really loved this book - I like the idea she proposes here that our bodies need different approaches to eating, exercise, nutrition, etc based on the season. I personally feel my own body is different in the freezing of winter as opposed to the heat of summer.
I found the book an easy read and I like that she takes the few chapters to discuss the ins and outs of what's important and why and the health effects. I did feel that this was more of a detox/health plan as opposed to a weight loss plan - but, weight loss is obvious to follow when eliminating processed foods and sugar and junk carbs from your diet. I bought it more for the detox/cleansing information, so I was okay with that. Don't let that sway you if you want the diet angle, she most definitely gives great information on some natural supplements to aid in that respect.
I did find it a bit tedious the idea of SO many supplements that she continuously suggests you buy through her website. It irked me a bit. Finally when I was to the step where I wanted to get the items to begin the plan, I went to her website and looked at the ingredient lists and dosages ( took me about 5 - 10 minutes ) and then shopped for alternatives elsewhere. Found all the stuff at a reputable health food/supplement site and got it a fraction of the cost. But, some was stuff I already use - like protien powders and pre-and pro- biotics. So yes, this could be a pricey plan for you, but if you take a little time and shop around you could easily do this plan for a very reasonable price. I think mine was (including the items I already use) maybe $100 for about 6 - 8 months. The health site I use does a bogo or a buy2get3 deal. As far as foods go - cheap. If you already buy produce regularly - no real game changer to your pocket book. Actually cheaper for us because I don't buy any of the junk foods now. I also don't go buy the sea plants and use the spice blend instead - didn't buy that from her site either ( $1.99 online - lol ) so I guess there could be added expense there - her point is get the iodine and there is no way I will get my family to eat seaweed 3 night a week.
It is prep heavy as someone else said....however, so is any healthy eating plan. You name a diet and I am sure it suggests having snacks and meal items prepped and ready so you make healthy choices. I don't mind the prep or cooking - i do it anyway as we already eat pretty healthy. Though I would agree that the recipes are something to be desired. The easy stuff seemed to be fine, but I would love if this had a more practical approach for the many people who don't want to cook 2 seperate meals. i mean I have kids, some of the recipes are pretty time and ingredient intensive. Though the metabolism soup is a favorite for us.
Having said that, easy fix. There are a myriad of fantastic recipe sites out there, most of which you can search by the ingredients you want to put in. OPened up many more options that were more time friendly and dare I say...tastier. Definitely made up my mind to not buy the recipe book she has. Also found that a lot of the "special" items - chia, protien powders, etc could easily go in juice from the juicer or in the blender with fruit and make a smoothie.
All in all some great info in this book, would just like to see her acknowledge the many men and women who can not have seperate foods and meals from their family - ie. make it more family friendly for busy moms and dads. You will feel better if you follow the plan and you will lose weight - but the focus is on healthy lifestyle and overall well being here. She definitely takes an approach of nurturing many aspects of your well being with use of massage, aromatherapy and yes - a hot quiet bath a few times a week.
I would recommend her other book on parasites as an additional read. Read a library copy while doing this plan. Parasites are in EVERYBODY. This isn't weirdo health nut stuff, it's info you can get from the AMA or the CDC. But, her book is very concise and informative. Just bought a copy to keep from Amazon this week. I say this because parasites are fed by the sugary, starchy processed diet we have in this country. You can get them from produce, meat, the beach, your pet and even pools. I was disgusted when I found out that chlorine has no effect on some of them and that there are always outbreaks in the summer here in the US. And they cause all kinds of digestive problems and can inhibit weight loss. So good info to have as you approach a new healthier you.
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