Review by Erin33 -- Health Tips, Myths, and Tricks
Posted: 04 Mar 2019, 04:42
[Following is a volunteer review of "Health Tips, Myths, and Tricks" by Morton E Tavel, MD.]
4 out of 4 stars
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Readers who have been searching for a guide to a healthy lifestyle will be delighted to discover Health Tips, Myths, and Tricks by Morton E. Tavel, MD. The author covers many different topics in a concise and informative way in order to be as helpful as possible.
The first section of the book focuses on advice about food. Morton dedicates each chapter to a food item that people should, or should not, eat, while also providing alternatives and practical advice for each one. Therefore, even when readers are told to restrict their intake of a food item, they are aware of other options that they can use. He includes extensive lists of foods to avoid and then explains exactly why they are unhealthy.
The next section of the book moves onto general health tips, such as how to reduce heartburn, whether to use paper towels or a hand dryer, and how to avoid getting ill on a plane. Morton also debunks health myths such as raw milk, alkaline water and dietary supplement scams.
Morton’s book is an incredibly accessible one. The chapters are concise yet informative, and each one is rounded off with a conclusion. He takes the time to explain concepts which may be unfamiliar to the reader, such as what alkaline water really is, and explains the loopholes that some companies use to avoid marketing laws, although his tone is never patronising. Additionally, his arguments hold weight because he backs up all of his points with evidence from scientific studies and statistics. He also recommends some sources for readers to look at for further information, such as websites about health scams and consumer reports.
Morton’s approach is very confident, and he discusses some slightly controversial topics with relative ease, such as how regular health checks should be and whether stretching before exercise is a good idea. He argues his opinion in an effective and convincing manner, although as a reader, I would have appreciated to hear a little about the other side of the argument, in order to gain a more balanced view. I would recommend that any health book should be cross-referenced with other sources to limit the chances of author bias and error. However, as Morton’s book is incredibly well-researched, and is full of evidence from other sources, I would conclude that the author is intelligent, trustworthy, and, judging by the extensive reference list at the end of the book, incredibly well read.
Furthermore, Morton avoids making the book dull or monotonous by including small snippets of humour throughout, which allows him seem more accessible and makes the reader more likely to consider his advice. Therefore, Morton’s work would appeal to a wide audience. Health fanatics will enjoy the information and practical tips that he offers, while those who as less concerned with health will respond well to his cheerful tone and short, concise chapters.
In summary, due to Morton’s concise, informative, and easy to access advice, and his convincing and evidence-based arguments, I award this book four out of four stars.
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4 out of 4 stars
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Readers who have been searching for a guide to a healthy lifestyle will be delighted to discover Health Tips, Myths, and Tricks by Morton E. Tavel, MD. The author covers many different topics in a concise and informative way in order to be as helpful as possible.
The first section of the book focuses on advice about food. Morton dedicates each chapter to a food item that people should, or should not, eat, while also providing alternatives and practical advice for each one. Therefore, even when readers are told to restrict their intake of a food item, they are aware of other options that they can use. He includes extensive lists of foods to avoid and then explains exactly why they are unhealthy.
The next section of the book moves onto general health tips, such as how to reduce heartburn, whether to use paper towels or a hand dryer, and how to avoid getting ill on a plane. Morton also debunks health myths such as raw milk, alkaline water and dietary supplement scams.
Morton’s book is an incredibly accessible one. The chapters are concise yet informative, and each one is rounded off with a conclusion. He takes the time to explain concepts which may be unfamiliar to the reader, such as what alkaline water really is, and explains the loopholes that some companies use to avoid marketing laws, although his tone is never patronising. Additionally, his arguments hold weight because he backs up all of his points with evidence from scientific studies and statistics. He also recommends some sources for readers to look at for further information, such as websites about health scams and consumer reports.
Morton’s approach is very confident, and he discusses some slightly controversial topics with relative ease, such as how regular health checks should be and whether stretching before exercise is a good idea. He argues his opinion in an effective and convincing manner, although as a reader, I would have appreciated to hear a little about the other side of the argument, in order to gain a more balanced view. I would recommend that any health book should be cross-referenced with other sources to limit the chances of author bias and error. However, as Morton’s book is incredibly well-researched, and is full of evidence from other sources, I would conclude that the author is intelligent, trustworthy, and, judging by the extensive reference list at the end of the book, incredibly well read.
Furthermore, Morton avoids making the book dull or monotonous by including small snippets of humour throughout, which allows him seem more accessible and makes the reader more likely to consider his advice. Therefore, Morton’s work would appeal to a wide audience. Health fanatics will enjoy the information and practical tips that he offers, while those who as less concerned with health will respond well to his cheerful tone and short, concise chapters.
In summary, due to Morton’s concise, informative, and easy to access advice, and his convincing and evidence-based arguments, I award this book four out of four stars.
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Health Tips, Myths, and Tricks
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