As Dr. Estwick makes clear, excessive dietary intake of refined carbohydrate is the prime mover in the development of todays chronic diseases, whether your intake of fats or protein is high or not. The scientific evidence is thoroughly examined and presented here so you can see for yourself. Dr. Estwick demonstrates just how high refined-carbohydrate usage creates hormone and enzyme imbalances that lead to generalized and localized oxidation stress, obesity, diabetes hypertension, high cholesterol levels, Alzheimers disease, and cancer. But take heart if youve tried to lose weight by cutting your fat intake. Dr. Estwick also provides the key to protecting your health against the onslaught of the diseases of civilization linked to excessive carbohydrate consumption.

About the Author

Dr. David Estwick, BA, MBBS, is a native of Barbados, where he and his family still live. His BA (Chemistry/Biology) is from Wittenberg University, and he earned his MB-BS at the University of the West Indies. As a medical doctor, he is a consultant to the Longevity Medical Center and a member of the Barbados Association of Medical Practitioners. Dr. Estwick is also a member of Parliament in Barbados, the parliamentary representative for the St. Philip West constituency. Hes a member of the Opposition Democratic Labour Party and cares a great deal about politics.