A renowned cardiologist discusses the importance of understanding the glycemic index values of foods and presents a weight-loss program that includes meal plans and recipes.

From Dr. Arthur Agatston, creator of the South Beach Diet, comes an urgent message: We need to wake up to the reality of just how fat and sick we are as a nation. Statistics don't lie: In the past 30 years Americans have become heavier and unhealthier than at any time in our history. Yet while most of us recognize the devastating toll this is taking on our lives-compromising our productivity, our self-esteem, our energy, and ultimately our very longevity-we seem stuck in the sedentary, fast-food lifestyle that got us here in the first place. But there is hope. In The South Beach Wake-Up Call, Dr. Agatston sheds light on the root causes of our current health crisis and also offers clear, actionable advice for addressing and reversing this growing problem. He explains how inflammation brought on by our toxic lifestyle is destroying the body's ability to heal and repair itself, and causing our tissues and organs to "rust," or grow old before their time. He shows why losing that belly fat is far more than just a matter of regaining your "bikini body," and how lack of sleep and inadequate exercise can rob you of years of vigorous good health. He also takes a close look at the American diet and what should (and shouldn't) be on the menu and exposes the real cost of eating out and consuming "cheap" fast food. With a section of brand-new recipes created to maximize your intake of "Megafoods"- those foods packed with anti-aging antioxidants and dense with nutrients, not calories-plus meal plans and an easy-to-follow fitness routine for increasing both core strength and cardiovascular health, The South Beach Wake-Up Call is an essential prescription for anyone ready for a life-enhancing approach to diet and good health. The book features: - The South Beach Wake-Up Program: 7 simple, sustainable strategies for age-reversing, life-saving weight loss and optimal health - The South Beach Gluten Solution to combat the potential harm that gluten-containing foods can have on sensitive individuals, including gastrointestinal problems, skin rashes, metabolic disorders, and a host of autoimmune conditions - The Wake Up and Move 2-Week Quick Start Plan, an exercise program combining both cardio and core conditioning - 15 MegaFoods for Healthy Eating, how to buy healthy food on a budget, how to snack strategically, and 32 all-new recipes from breakfasts to desserts using MegaFood - Stories from real-life "Super Moms" who are fighting back and taking control of their families' health, plus tips for parents throughout

A follow-up companion to "The South Beach Diet" outlines an exercise program that complements the diet's three-phase system, explaining how to combine core fitness techniques with cardiovascular exercise to bolster the metabolism.

A quick-reference guide to food selections for those following the South Beach diet plan, with tips on handling difficult eating situations.

Make fast food superhealthy with hundreds of brand new quick-and-easy recipes from the test kitchens of the South Beach Diet. From meal planning and shopping to prepping, cooking, and serving, you'll save hours of time with this speedy cookbook that makes leading the South Beach Diet lifestyle easier and more convenient than ever. With 200 family-pleasing recipes and 60 taste-tempting color photographs, you'll be able to serve up a fast, delicious, diet-conscious meal every night of the week. The South Beach Diet Super Quick Cookbook by Arthur Agatston, M.D. includes: • Grab-and-Go recipes for healthy eating on the go • Cook Once, Eat Twice dishes that maximize your time in the kitchen • Recipes for Two that minimize waste and leftovers • Nearly instant recipes that are ready in 15 minutes or less • Tips for Super-Quick, Budget-Conscious Shopping • Ideas for getting the most out of your pantry and freezer

200 all-new health-conscious, mouthwatering recipes that can be prepared in thirty minute or less, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The South Beach Diet Our time-strapped culture needs an effective plan for eating healthy meals at home again, so Dr. Arthur Agatston, the founder of the South Beach Diet lifestyle, created The South Beach Diet Quick and Easy Cookbook, which features 200 delicious, healthy, and fast recipes that use ten or fewer ingredients and require 30 minutes or less of cooking time. The South Beach Diet Quick and Easy Cookbook provides practical time-saving tips and advice for how to eat well while staying on the plan, with recipes such as: • Breakfast: Buttermilk Waffles with Jam; Savory Egg, Ham, and Cheese Crêpes • Fish: Ginger Steamed Red Snapper; Warm Salmon and Asparagus Salad • Poultry: Turkey Sausages with Kale and Chickpeas; Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Spinach and Goat Cheese • Beef, Pork, and Lamb: Peppery Steak with Horseradish Cream; Grilled Stuffed Veal Chops • Salads: Bulgur, Cucumber, and Mint Salad; Crispy Tempeh Salad • Sides: Roasted Spicy Cauliflower; Quinoa Pilaf • And much more! Phase designations and nutritional information are listed along with each recipe, so you’re always in control of what you’re eating. And with recipes accompanied by stunning full-color photography, The South Beach Diet Quick and Easy Cookbook is the perfect resource for busy weeknights and weekends—for believers and newcomers alike.

A quick-reference guide to food selections for those following the South Beach diet plan, with tips on handling difficult eating situations.

Discover the #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon that has helped millions reach their goal weight by focusing on cutting carbs and choosing healthy fats For years, cardiologist Arthur Agatston, M.D., urged his patients to lose weight for the sake of their hearts, but every diet was too hard to follow or its restrictions were too harsh. Some were downright dangerous. Nobody seemed to be able to stick with low-fat regimens for any length of time. And a diet is useless if you can't stick with it. So Dr. Agatston developed his own. The South Beach Diet isn't complicated, and it doesn't require that you go hungry. You'll enjoy normal-size helpings of meat, poultry, and fish. You'll also eat eggs, cheese, nuts, and vegetables. Snacks are required. You'll learn to avoid the bad carbs, like white flour, white sugar, and baked potatoes. Best of all, as you lose weight, you'll lose that stubborn belly fat first! Dr. Agatston's diet has produced consistently dramatic results (8 to 13 pounds lost in the first 2 weeks!) and has become a media sensation. Now, you too can join the ranks of the fit and fabulous with The South Beach Diet

The long-awaited cookbook is here! Great food that's good for you--that's the foundation of the South Beach Diet and the reason millions of people around the world have adopted it as their lifelong eating plan, shedding unwanted pounds in the process. Created by leading Miami cardiologist Arthur Agatston, M.D., the diet emphasizes good fats and good carbohydrates, the kind that stave off cravings for unhealthy sugary food and promote long-term weight loss. It's not "diet" food--it's satisfying, flavorful dishes that are good for your health and your waistline. Whether you're already a South Beach Diet success story or brand-new to the program, you'll find a wealth of inspiration in The South Beach Diet Cookbook to keep you on track without feeling deprived. The recipes are simple enough to make every day but delicious enough to serve on any occasion: Oatmeal Pancakes, Buttermilk Salmon Chowder, Caribbean Baked Chicken with Mango, Grilled Filet Mignon with Roasted Garlic Chipotle Pepper Chimichurri, Mexican Lasagna, Sage and Rosemary Pork, Red Snapper with Avocado Salsa, Thai Vegetable Stir-Fry, and Chocolate Pie with Crispy Peanut Butter Crust. Each recipe is marked "Phase 1," "Phase 2," or "Phase 3," so you'll know immediately where it falls in the diet; there are also 25 all-new recipes from the top chefs and restaurants in Miami. Illustrated with 50 full-color photographs and packed with extras like shopping lists and a pantry guide, The South Beach Diet Cookbook is an essential addition to your kitchen shelf.

South Beach Diet for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide for Weight Loss Following the South Beach Diet, is a comprehensive guide and meal plan for those wanting to lose weight on the world famous South Beach diet. A must read for anyone concerned about what foods they should be eating, how they can cook healthy, quick South Beach diet family friendly recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and still lose weight following the included 7-day example South Beach diet meal plan. Inside this in-depth South Beach diet guide you will discover: What the South Beach Diet is. How the South Beach Diet Works. The 3 Phases of the South Beach Diet. The Foods Allowed on the South Beach Diet Weight Loss Plan. Foods that Should be Avoided on the South Beach Diet. A Complete 7-Day South Beach Diet Example Meal Plan. Low Carb Recipe Ideas for the South Beach Diet. Added Health Benefits of Following the South Beach Diet. And so Much More... South Beach Diet for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide for Weight Loss Following the South Beach Diet, really is a must have to help you understand the what, why and how of the incredible science backed South Beach diet and to help you lose excess body weight following this amazing low-carb diet tailored to those individuals wanting to lose 1-2 pounds of excess body weight a week, healthily and easily.