Excellent treatment of a complex topic(Rating: 5)
In my previous job as a copywriter, I was responsible for seeking out and writing about the latest findings in the field of health and wellbeing. As a trained nurse, I know how to read medical literature and I've developed a pretty good eye for what represents sound research and reasonable conclusions.

Given all that, I had pretty high expectations of this book, and I wasn't disappointed. The fact that the reference section takes up 28 full pages of a 243-page book shows that the book has been extremely well researched, and is not just the product of the author's own musings.

Dr. Servan-Schreiber has taken an extremely complex and controversial subject, studied reams of published research reports on it and drawn together a practical, down-to-earth list of suggestions for minimising one's chances of developing cancer, or giving oneself the best shot at recovery and survival if cancer does develop. There's nothing spooky or way out, and no inflated promises or false hope. It's just solidly researched, sensible information that we can all apply in our lives (and which I believe will enhance our lives, whether or not the spectre of cancer is on the cards).

Despite the volume of medical data included in the book, it's written in layman's terms, yet without being too simplistic. Further, it's a very moving book that has a lot to say about living and dying well. My personal view is that this book is a precious gift to humanity, written with compassion and insight, and I thank Dr. Servan-Schreiber for making this information available all in one place so non-medical people can benefit from the vast number of discoveries that have already been made in the search to unlock the mysteries of this frightening disease.

How to Partner Your Own Healing(Rating: 5)
A couple of years ago, I interviewed David Servan-Schreiber on my radio show, "Turn On Your Inner Light" about his excellent book, "The Instinct to Heal." He did a wonderful job noting how exercise improves mood - naturally. After reading "Anti-Cancer" I see that he continues to inspire the reader with science and story. Shakespeare said it well, "Physician heal thyself." David takes it a step farther to help us heal and even better - to prevent disease. While there is no magic cure for cancer, we can all improve life quality, give our attention to building a healthy body and reduce the inflammatory process triggered by stress with a change in perception. We can all learn to build immunity to external pressure.I am the author of Addicted to Stress: A Woman's 7 Step Program to Reclaim Joy and Spontaneity in Life.

Wonderful life saving book!(Rating: 5)
Anticancer: A New Way of Life

This book has been appealing to me both as a cancer survivor and a scientist.
I couldn't stop reading it once I started. Since my reading, I have largely changed my diet, following his advices.

Both well-researched and well-written(Rating: 5)
Dr.David Servan-Schreiber has managed to write a book that is informative, as well as personal. He details his own bout with cancer, and tells how it affected him both personally and professionally. The program he outlines in preventing cancer is based on extensive research, and his rationale for suggesting these techniques make sense. He goes against western medical tradition in that most medical professionals are more interested in treating existing cancers, instead of preventing them. In his philosophy of tuning into the mind-body continuum, Servan-Schreiber goes against the prevailing medical thought, but also offers a great service to people who may be at risk for cancer onset. As he points out, we all harbor potential tumors in our bodies, and this book tells how to prevent those tumors from taking hold and spreading. Those who follow his advice will be doing much to prevent cancer onset, of that I have no doubt.

Superb(Rating: 5)
I absolutely love....love this book! The good Doctor breaks everything down in laymen's terms....and the regimen to eat in an Anticancer way is not difficult...the foods are everyday foods (other than the Agave Nectar)a that can be found in every supermarket...I am a person with such a sweet tooth that I really could have gone through a 12-step program...I mean I was addicted...after 1 week on the regimen, I'm slowly weaning myself away from the sugar and the Agave Nectar is very good and pleasant tasting (unlike Stevia that I'd tried many moons ago) It tastes like honey, so I use it whenever I have a sweet craving...

I have breast cancer and this book has been such a god-send to me...it makes me feel that I can be proactive in my own treatment...that I can DO something about the illness...even if I never get well (I'm stage IV) it gives me a feeling of empowerment...plus.... The chemo has been making me gain weight and this new way of eating is couteracting the weight gain!

I like the fact that the author is speaking from experience and not just theory...he actually had cancer...this is a must-read for everyone...I've been telling all of my family and friends to get the book and apply the advice!!!