Maximum Metabolism

by Kathy Matthews and Giller

Dr. Giller's Medical Makeover has already sold more than one-half million copies. Here, he shows thousands of readers how to boost their metabolism, reduce cravings, improve their health, cope with stress, and maintain weight loss permanently.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399134077
• ISBN13: 9780399134074
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Putnam Publishing Group
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.

Customer Reviews

This works AND makes sense!

I've successfully lost weight on a number of programs (breakfast bars, high-protein/low-carb), but I honestly think this system works the best AND makes the most sense. This system is easy to learn and easy to stick to. I think it works for a few reasons: (1) It's an easy system to remember (carbs & fruits in the a.m., protein & veggies for lunch & dinner, 4 fruit snacks throughout the day). (2) It gives you the option of either following a pre-planned menu with yummy recipes (including a red pepper soup that rocks!) OR following general guidelines that make it easy to eat out or throw together a quick or tasty meal at home (my boyfriend at the time, who is a great cook, had no problem making tasty meals that fit into my diet plan). (3) It provides a list of things you can eat "unlimited" amounts of, so you can pick some "comfort foods" off those lists and keep them around to have whenever. Plus, since this program SUCCESSFULLY increases your metabolism (as promised), you can fall off the diet for a little while here and there and not gain the weight back right away. I have been recommending it to everyone I know, and am considering buying a few extra copies at these bargain prices so that I can give them away to the people who sound interested after I explain the book. (I know, I know-- I sound like a commercial for this book. After I'd convinced a number of people I barely knew to buy this book, I figured I ought to write a review up here and do the book a little more good.)

If you really really want to lose weight - you can!

I should probably wait until I've lost the rest of my flab before writing this review, but I'm so very pleased with the loss I've already achieved. I've had a weight problem all my life and have successfully lost large amounts of weight(over 50 lbs.) several times in the past - gained it back, with extra to boot. However, I am now 64 years old and for the past five years have been unable to lose - I stuck with the weight plans that had worked before but the weight clung to me like glue. I had this book on my bookshelf )among many others) and decided to give it a go. I had dismissed it before because Dr. Giller's program would not allow me too many things that I believed I had to have to enjoy living, such as sandwiches, sweets, coffee, diet colas, etc. I started it six weeks ago and have lost 23 lbs so far - 50 more lbs. to go and I know that I will lose them. This time is different, I absolutely am NOT hungry, I have no cravings for sweets at all which is amazing to me. I have not been able to exercise yet due to a severe tendonitis in my knee, but it too is getting better and will start a walking program soon. Honestly this book is not just another diet program - it is THE diet program for those that cannot lose weight on just low calories anymore. Dr. Giller not only gives a way to lose weight, but explains why his program works. I truly feel that this is the way for me and I won't be another fat old woman limping around on overburdened joints. I thank you Dr. Giller.

It works! It's healthy and painless.

What is truly unique about this program is that it eliminates cravings for sweets and junk foods because it helps your body to function properly. My husband can even eat cheesecake in front of me without me wanting even "just one bite." It's hard to call it a diet because it is actually the way we should eat anyway -- even after reaching a "goal weight."It is unbelievably informative about how the body works to process what is consumed and how you can be much healthier from now through the rest of your life.I started following Dr. Giller's eating guidelines about three weeks ago and have lost 12 pounds (and I haven't even started exercising yet). Besides the weight loss, I just feel better overall. My goal is another 50 before this year ends and I know I can do it now and keep it off -- thanks to Dr. Giller. After the first two weeks I bought copies for two of my sisters. Buy one for someone you love.

The only diet that has worked for me!

This diet makes sense- read the book. I lost 30 pounds on it two years ago and have kept it off. It is reasonable, healthy, and realistic.

This is truly a wonderful and easy-to-follow program.

I have never lost so much weight so quickly as I have through this program. It is easy to follow and it makes sense. The weight actually flew off in no time. The recipes offered are delicious. I served them to my family and everyone enjoyed them. I highly recommend this book and program to anyone who is serious about losing weight.