For years, Dr. Neal Barnard has been on the forefront of cutting-edge research on what it really takes to lose weight and restore the body to optimal health. Now, with his proven, successful program, THE 21-DAY KICKSTART, in just three short weeks you'll get fast results--drop pounds, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, improve blood sugar, and more. With Dr. Barnard's advice and plant-based diet, you'll learn the secrets to reprogramming your body quickly: Appetite reduction : strategically choose the right foods to naturally and easily tame your appetite Metabolism boost : adjust eating patterns to burn calories faster for about 3 hours after each meal Mind games: the simple way to trick yourself into eating less and losing more Cardio protection : the powerful foods that can help reduce cholesterol nearly as much as cholesterol-lowering drugs in just weeks For the millions who are anxious to get a jumpstart on weight loss, or who already know about the benefits of a plant-based diet but have no idea how or where to start, this kickstart is the solution they've been waiting for. Complete with recipes (more than 100!), meal plans, tips for grocery shopping, and more, you'll learn how to make the best diet choices and get your body on track to better health fast.

Neal Barnard, MD is a clinical researcher, author, and health advocate. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and president of the nonprofit Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine. He has been the principal investigator or coinvestigator on several clinical trials investigating the effects of diet on health. He is the author of several books and a frequent lecturer.