How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease

How Not to Die examines the fifteen leading causes of premature death in America—including heart disease, various cancers, diabetes, Parkinson's, and high blood pressure—and explains how nutritional and lifestyle changes can address these conditions. Dr. Michael Greger, a physician and founder of NutritionFacts.org, presents scientific evidence showing that most premature deaths can be prevented through diet and lifestyle modifications. The book argues that while most doctors treat acute illnesses effectively, they are less skilled at preventing chronic disease. The fifteen leading causes of death claim approximately 1.6 million American lives annually. Dr. Greger provides specific dietary recommendations backed by scientific evidence for each condition: flaxseed for prostate cancer risk, hibiscus tea for high blood pressure, coffee for liver disease, soy for breast cancer, and a whole-food, plant-based diet for heart disease prevention and reversal. The book includes Dr. Greger's Daily Dozen, a guide to foods and lifestyle changes intended to help prevent and reverse disease-related death.