Kilmer McCully Knihy

A safe, effective, and revolutionary program for lowering homocysteine levels and reducing heart disease risk is presented in this groundbreaking work by Dr. Kilmer S. McCully. He reveals that clogged arteries are often misinterpreted as the cause of heart disease, when they are actually a symptom. By targeting homocysteine, the real culprit, McCully shows how to significantly lower heart disease risk. His findings, supported by numerous large-scale studies, challenge the long-held belief that lowering cholesterol is the key to prevention. The book explains how incorporating vitamin B-rich foods can effectively manage homocysteine levels and offers a practical plan with menus to enhance B vitamin intake. It also addresses how food processing and additives can compromise health and highlights the potential harm of expensive cholesterol-lowering medications. Dr. McCully emphasizes enjoyable, real food choices, such as Pork Chops with Potatoes and Onions, Veal with Wine and Mushrooms, and Guacamole, making this approach distinct from typical diet programs. The focus is on satisfying meals that ensure adequate intake of essential vitamins—B6, B12, and folic acid—as well as vital phytochemicals, fat-soluble vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and essential oils. This easy-to-follow plan prioritizes foods you want to eat, requiring minimal preparation while offering a diverse range of options.

More than 30 years ago, a young Harvard pathologist offered the medical community a theory for the cause of one of today's biggest killers-- heart disease. It is called the Homocysteine Theory and is the medical breakthrough that inspired Andrew Weil to label Dr. McCully as "a visionary medical pioneer well ahead of his time". This discovery has the potential to save millions, yet ironically destroyed Dr. McCully's medical career. Homocysteine, a byproduct of metabolism, has been discovered to be a better risk indicator of heart disease than high cholesterol. A simple B6 vitamin and folic acid play a major role in controlling homocysteine levels. This proven theory will change the way the medical establishment views and treats heart disease. Today, the medical community is beginning to accept Dr. McCully's findings transforming his story from medical heresy to legitimate medicine. Updated and revised, complete with a new introduction by Walter Wilett, this eye opening book combines Dr. McCully's personal story and scientific philosophy with a fascinating exposition of his discovery and a special program to make use of this information to improve overall health.