Followers of Morgan Spurlock and his 30-day journey through fast-food hell will be thrilled
that his girlfriend (now fiancé) has written a book about the detox diet she put Morgan
on to reverse the negative effects of his fast-food binge.
This candid book is appealing and informative, if not a little alarmist. It is also
important to note that none of the "scientific" information and "research" that Jamieson
mentions is cited anywhere in the book. Keeping that in mind, the book is more opinion
based and agenda driven. However, with good health and happiness as a motive behind this
detox diet, it isn't too difficult to buy into what Jamieson writes. While the hard facts
and documented figures are lacking, there's a common-sense feel to the text which makes
the reader see a lot of value in Jamieson's suggestions and ideas.
Anyone who wants to embark on a healthier lifestyle should consult this book. Jamieson
writes in an informal, conversational tone and thoroughly explains the nutritional terms,
leaving the reader feel that they've acquired some new information.
Jamieson is a Holistic Health Counselor and Gourmet Natural Foods Chef. The biggest
treat in the book, besides awakening people to healthy alternatives, is the section containing
recipes. Jamieson provides a great basis for starting your own healthy food regimen.
Perhaps this book will be a springboard for a full size cookbook. Regardless, both skeptics
and diehard whole-food fans can benefit from reading this book. After all, who can seriously
argue with a woman who says, "Drink more water!"? At the very least, you'll start to
rethink which foods you choose to put into your body, and in this day and age, that isn't
a bad thing.