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Eat to Live: The Amazing Nutrient-Rich Program for Fast and Sustained Weight Loss

This book offers a program focused on nutrient-dense foods for rapid and long-lasting weight reduction. more

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Joel Fuhrman
Joel Fuhrman

Joel Fuhrman is an American physician, nutritionist, and author. Born on December 2, 1953, he is renowned for his promotion of plant-based diets and nutritional medicine. more

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