How not to die : discover the foods scientifically proven to prevent and reverse disease / Michael Greger, MD ; with Gene Stone.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 413-545) and index.

Preface -- Introduction -- Part 1 -- 1. How not to die from heart disease -- 2. How not to die from lung diseases -- 3. How not to die from brain diseases -- 4. How not to die from digestive cancers -- 5. How not to die from infections -- 6. How not to die from diabetes -- 7. How not to die from high blood pressure -- 8. How not to die from liver diseases -- 9. How not to die from blood cancers -- 10. How not to die from kidney disease -- 11. How not to die from breast cancer -- 12. How not to die from suicidal depression -- 13. How not to die from prostate cancer -- 14. How not to die from Parkinson's disease -- 15. How not to die from iatrogenic causes -- Part 2 -- Introduction -- Dr. Greger's daily dozen -- Beans -- Berries -- Other fruits -- Cruciferous vegetables -- Flaxseeds -- Nuts and seeds -- Herbs and spices -- Whole grains -- Beverages -- Exercise -- Conclusion.

"The vast majority of premature deaths can be prevented through simple changes in diet and lifestyle. Greger examines the fifteen top causes of premature death in America -- heart disease, various cancers, diabetes, Parkinson's, high blood pressure, and more -- and explains how nutritional and lifestyle interventions can sometimes trump prescription pills and other pharmaceutical and surgical approaches, freeing us to live healthier lives. The simple truth is that most doctors are good at treating acute illnesses but bad at preventing chronic disease. By following Dr. Greger's advice, all of it backed up by strong scientific evidence, you will learn which foods to eat and which lifestyle changes to make to live longer."-- Provided by publisher.