Books in Review: The 7 Principles of Fat Burning

Dr. Eric Berg is a chiropractor and practices in Alexandria, Virginia. His resume is full of years of research in endocrinology, nutrition and alternative health care. Dr. Berg's new book The 7 Principles of Fat Burning promises:

*Increased energy

*No more cravings
*Decrease your stress
*Get a sense of well being

*Improve your sleep quality
*Consistent fat burning
*Get your shape back

"Berg diets are tailor-made to your body type. Fat doesn't accumulate randomly but is distributed on your body according to what is going on with your hormones. You have six fat-burning hormones and the key to weight loss is their activation. In order to activate them you need to get healthy. Berg diets get your body healthy in a way that is right for your body type while you consistently burn those pounds off!"

According to the book there are 4 different, hormonal body types. Adrenal, Liver, Ovary & Thyroid. I fall into the Thyroid body type.

I have dealt with Hashimoto's Disease for the last 10 years, and I agree with a lot of what the book has to say. I know in my heart that raw, vegan is the way to go for my thyroid, I just struggle with the enormity of it. His book encourages a raw, vegan diet for the first two weeks and then there is a different plan for each "body type". Most of the meal plans are lower in protein and high in fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts and legumes. 

I would be less inclined to say this is a "diet" and more apt to say it's a way of life. It has really opened my eyes to the importance of getting our hormones under control. I am only 33 and am already dealing with hormonal issues that most women experience in menopause. This book has really given me a kick in the pants to quit putting a band-aid on my thyroid issues and fix them.

For anyone who is dealing with imbalance in their system I highly recommend this book!