This new book by Dean and Anne Ornish announces on its cover: “How simple lifestyle changes can REVERSE most chronic diseases- eat well, move more, stress less, love more.”

Dean is one of the major figures in lifestyle medicine. Forty years ago as a medical student he published original research documenting reversal of coronary disease with lifestyle changes. His professional career has been devoted to research on and promotion of lifestyle medicine. His wife Anne, an expert in yoga and meditation, is active in Dean’s research institute and has created a digital platform to train healthcare professionals and others in lifestyle medicine.

UNDO IT! is an excellent primer of lifestyle medicine. The scientific basis and practical applications are well covered. Books on diet, exercise, meditation, stress reduction techniques, and relationships abound. This single volume has it all and, I believe, has no major errors or flaws in science or advice. I’ve covered most of the material in prior blogs but this would be excellent ‘one stop shopping’ for those who want an introduction or overview of the topic.