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Why We Get Sick

The Hidden Epidemic at the Root of Most Chronic Disease - and How to Fight It

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Why We Get Sick

By: Benjamin Bikman PhD
Narrated by: George Newbern
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A scientist reveals the groundbreaking evidence linking many major diseases, including cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease, to a common root cause - insulin resistance - and shares an easy, effective plan to reverse and prevent it.

We are sick. Around the world, we struggle with diseases that were once considered rare. Cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and diabetes affect millions each year; many people are also struggling with hypertension, weight gain, fatty liver, dementia, low testosterone, menstrual irregularities and infertility, and more. We treat the symptoms, not realizing that all of these diseases and disorders have something in common.

Each of them is caused or made worse by a condition known as insulin resistance. And you might have it. Odds are you do - more than half of all adults in the United States are insulin resistant, with most other countries either worse or not far behind.

In Why We Get Sick, internationally renowned scientist and pathophysiology Professor Benjamin Bikman explores why insulin resistance has become so prevalent and why it matters. Unless we recognize it and take steps to reverse the trend, major chronic diseases will be even more widespread. But reversing insulin resistance is possible, and Bikman offers an evidence-based plan to stop and prevent it, with helpful food lists, meal suggestions, easy exercise principles, and more. Full of surprising research and practical advice, Why We Get Sick will help you to take control of your health.

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©2020 Benjamin Bikman (P)2020 Blackstone Publishing
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Very interesting listing although the information is quite dense to take in. All the same learnt a lot

Very interesting but a little dense

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Even though this book deals with many complex bodily issues I found it to be easy to understand and very informative. A must read for anyone wanting to clarify what it really means to eat healthily.

interesting and informative

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This is a book I will go back to again and again as it is a veritable treasure trove of wisdom in exactly what the title suggests as it a fascinating deep dive into exactly how, on an extremely practical level, one can improve the health span of their precious lives. 👍🏼👍🏼 #fivestars

Fascinating.

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This book is a must read when building your knowledge for good heath and longevity! I Strongly, strongly recommend it. George’s voice is delightful to listen to the Ben has a great sense of what we need to know and humour. There are many LOL moments in here along with the great information! 6stars out of five!

Fascinated

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One of the best books I read recently. Learned so much. Highly recommend for everyone

Fantastic informations

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I was inlightend. Its a must read book. I changed my diet, after being a vegetarian for 15 years and having inflammation, about a fortnight ago and I already feel I have a lot more energy.

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Wow this book gave me so many answers to questions I had about my health and many that I hadn’t even thought about!!! This is a must read book. I only have the audio book but now I know I need to buy the hard copy book too. Do yourself a favour and read this book. Benjamin Bikman and Jason Fung are my heroes ❤️

Awesome book

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This is an incredibly difficult subject. Like with many things, going against the known is usually considered insane, stupid, rude, or even taboo for a lot of people. If you are t2 diabetic you are literally risking your life expectancy taking advice from outside the tried and true, right? I'm t2 diabetic (since 2009), and I am fighting to be healthier. If you are a bit interested in the whole science stuff and research of why people are suggesting low-carb, keto, intermittent-fasting, and exercise then this is a fairly amusing and well written book, with pretty much everything you will need to pursue some positive changes. Thanks Dr B.

Very hopeful

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Really good information in here, I listened to it and didn't really take much in until I listened a second time after reading The obesity code. Both complement each other really well.

Good informative read

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Loved listening to this whilst going through another 5 day fast, helped keep me motivated. Learned new things too, all backed up by science. Will be making lots of changes to mine and my family's diet. Great narration too.

Great listen

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