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Summary: A must read for those with problem skin!
Review: Dr. Perricone once again offers readers an effective alternative to costly side-effect ridden pharmaceutical remedies and invasive surgical procedures. As one who also read his earlier books and has used his diet recommendations, I (and many others I know) wholeheartedly endorse his "let food be your medicine" approach. The Today Show recently had Dr. Perricone and four volunteers on who had implemented the Acne Prescription for less than a week with ALL reporting significant improvements in their skin condition. This makes one wonder about the agenda of any who would disparage the book and its esteemed author. Dr. Perricone is a world-renowned skin researcher and scientist (and was the winner of last year's prestigious Eli Whitney Award for his significant contribution to science). While he may only see patients on a limited basis, he is bringing relief and an improved quality of life to thousands through his research, writing and unique patented products. Dr. Perricone's "The Acne Prescription" is effective and the price of the book money well spent--especially compared to the cost of a trip to your dermatologist!
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Summary: Read this first...
Review: http://www.quackwatch.org/11Ind/perricone.html
An excerpt:
"Dr. Perricone would be more credible if he could show us a study demonstrating that people who followed his prescription lived longer, had `younger' skin demonstrated by objective measures, or felt better compared to those on a placebo program--or that they were better in any measurable way. Instead, he provides only testimonials, exaggerated claims, partial truths, and incorrect statements. He cherry-picks possibly supportive studies from the literature and ignores contradictory studies. He cites lots of lab studies (in vitro or in animals), but few that demonstrate any clinical effects in humans. The diet he recommends is low in calories, and weight loss alone may improve the way his patients look and feel. His advice about tobacco and sunscreens is appropriate, but there is little science behind the rest of his program. He seems to have gathered every nutrient and skin cream he had any reason to hypothesize might work and advised using all of them [and sells them for an exorbitant amount of money to the exclusion of anyone else's]. A more rational approach would have been to first see which ones really worked, and later to see if any combinations of the effective agents worked better than a single agent."
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Summary: Great Book
Review: I have always had problem skin and have tried an incredible number of things. This is the only thing that has worked for me. It does take discipline to change your diet, but it is well worth it. I eat helathy normally, but i have improved greatly because of the diet regulations. The recipes are fabulous if you like to cook. They are so savory and delicious!! I have gotten numerous compliments on my skin. Like anything, it takes work. But it is well worth it. The book is fabulous!!! If you are tired of acne or problem skin give it a shot.
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Summary: Disappointing
Review: I really appreciated the doctor's advice on diet, meditation, and exercise; however, I was disappointed that his ultimate solution was buying his 65 dollar supplements and his 85 dollars cleansers or lotions. It seems to me he is just another charlatan trying a get-rich scheme that targets people who are self-conscious about their skin...
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Summary: Fabulous skin
Review: I tried the 3-day challenge and looked and felt fabulous, so I bought the little notebook and put the diet to the test for a month. People everywhere I went were commenting on how radient my skin looked! And this coming from someone who has suffered from terrible skin problems since I left high school. I felt better than I have ever felt before and this diet is well-balanced and delicious. When glancing at the menu, it looked as though I would starve to death, but when I actually implemented the program I found that I was very satisfied and couldn't even eat all of the food recommended for any given meal!! I have severe hypoglycemia, which vanished on this diet.
The problems are that the suppliments are very expensive, so I bought my own at a local co-op and used Aubrey Organic cleanser instead of his recommended products, which are outrageous in cost! Plus, the salmon is expensive, so I just ate less overall. It still worked!! Going out to eat tends to be challenging, but I have tried to limit that in order to save money as well. I think that once you discover this diet it isn't too hard to make adjustments to your own budget and tastes.
Since that beautiful month, I have gone back to my old eating habits and am, again, embarrassed to leave the house without makeup. So, as my New Year's resolution and in preparation for my upcoming wedding, I am planning to return to this wonderful program! Highly recommended if you want beautiful skin, high engery, weight-loss and control over hypoglycemia.
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Summary: too womany
Review: I was a little put off by the fact that this book caters mostly to women as if men`s acne didnt matter or wasnt just as traumatic.I cant stand men that care too much about women and completely disregard their own gender`s health issues.By the way,did you know that acne and other skin conditions including rosacea have been linked to a human skin parasite called Demodex? Have your skin checked for demodex if its covered with alot of red and sore bumps and pustules before beginning an acne treatment program.I recommend "Clear Skin" by Dan Kern over this book.
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Summary: The Omega Connection
Review: Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food. ~Hippocrates
Dr. Nicholas Perricone is a pioneer in reversing skin damage and has finally solved one of the mysteries of my life. When I lived with my grandmother, she cooked salmon on a weekly basis and we always ate tuna fish sandwiches on a regular basis. Then, I got married and my husband insisted that I stop cooking fish because he disliked it. That was when my skin changed. For years, I've wondered about the effects of diet on our skin and The Acne Prescription reveals the need for advanced care and a healthy dose of antioxidants and Omega 3 supplements. He explains how skin disorders are caused by a systemic inflammatory disease and explains the details of sebaceous glands and how corneum cells block pores. I learned about oxidative stress, foods to avoid, foods to get into my diet fast and why I should look for creams containing DMAE.
After reading this book, I went to the grocery store and found some Wild Alaskan Salmon which was on sale for 97 cents a pound. I baked the entire fish and tried to follow the three day diet in which you eat mostly salmon. The diet in this book is filled with tasty choices from the sea. If you enjoy scallops, salmon, crab, tuna and shrimp, you will love this diet. I also purchased the pomegranate juice as recommended and you can normally find it in the produce section of your local grocery store.
Other moments of enlightenment occurred while reading about how chocolate can cause your skin to break out, but it is more the sugar than the actual cocoa butter. So, I did not notice any changes in my skin after eating a Hershey's Low Carb bar and then this book even made more sense. It is the sugar, not the cocoa. Another great product he recommends is Pycnogenol which can be rather expensive, but seems to work very well.
Overall, this book emphasizes the need for antioxidants, essential fatty acids and a healthy lifestyle. Avoiding stress is essential and a series of yoga postures are recommended.
At least a third of this book is filled with tasty skin-clearing recipes like:
Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon, Seared Tomatoes, Asparagus and Lemon Olive Oil Hollandaise
Spiced Diver Scallops with Ecuadorian Tabouleh and Lemon Myrtle Oil
Pomegranate Citrus-Glazed Apricot and Garlic Roasted Chicken with Apple-Spinach Stuffing and Garden Vegetables
So, this all sounds very gourmet, but the ingredients are relatively easy to find and the directions are uncomplicated. The recipes were all created by executive chef Bernard Guillas.
The glossary is excellent and if you read one book on how to care for your skin from the inside out, this should be it.
This book is more about lifestyle change than a quick solution. I have only read one other book that is on this level and that is The Metabolic Plan. With those two books in hand, you will have a wealth of information and also understand why lifestyle changes will improve your health. Nicholas Perricone, M.D. has included so many solutions to the problem of Acne that I can only say I'll be reading this book over and over again. Even if you just suffer from occasional breakouts this book will give you the information you need to encourage a clear, glowing complexion. Many of the ideas in this book will also help you live a more healthy life. I definitely want to read all of Dr. Perricone's books. He really is an expert on antiaging and skincare.
~TheRebeccaReview.com
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Summary: My Brother's Experience With The Perricone Prescription
Review: My brother had severe acne a year or so ago that he inherited from my Dad's side of the family. He had tried antibiotics with no success and wanted to go on Accutane. Having heard bad things about the side effects, my Dad wanted my brother to try the diet for a couple months before deciding to take the medication. He faithfully followed it with no results whatsoever. Some of the ideas in the book are absurd - as a diabetic with a horrible eating habit and no teenage acne, I can tell you that the focus on dieting and insulin spikes as a direct cause of of the condition is preposterous. When I was a teenager, I'd go on serious candy binges that required insulin doses bordering on the irresponsible, and I got through high school with only the occasional zit. I've read that for a small number of people, diet can be a factor for acne, but obviously our experience points to something else as the primary cause (this assumes you eat reasonably well - malnutrition isn't sexy). Since medication should always be a last resort, a change of diet is probably a good first approach for those with minor blemishes, but those with a serious condition should look elsewhere. For the curious, while my brother had some strong side effects from the Accutane (none dangerous, primarily incredibly dry skin and eyes), it certainly succeeded in clearing up his skin.
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Summary: Anyway, I'm glad I've read this.
Review: This book is not very comprehensive. I've read many books about acne and this book's description about acne is the least clear. In addition, the author uses many medical term so it's a little bit difficult for the lay people to grasp the meaning. However the book did help me by providing many facts that other acne books do not mention. The thing that annoys me the most is the commercial aspect of this book. I feel that the author is trying to build a fortune by suggesting readers to buy his products.
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Summary: This book is good - worth reading
Review: This is a good book. It is filled with information that is helpful for everyone. Even though it is apparently targeted to acne sufferers, it contains a wealth of information about improving the appearance of the skin at any age and it sets you on the right path to achieving great health overall.
The author's style is simple and straightforward. The program he outlines is excellent and within a few days of following his advice on diet, I had already noticed dramatic improvements in my skin. While the book may not be a thrill to read like many other novels or reading material you enjoy, it lives up to its claims quite elegantly. I recommend this book to anyone interested in improving the appearance of her/his skin and overall health.
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