The ALTERNATE DAY DIET is based on scientific and clinical studies that show how restricting calories only every other day activates a gene called SIRTI the 'skinny' gene which results in reduced inflammation, improved insulin resistance, bettercellular energy production and releasing fat cells from around the organs to promote weight loss. This easy-to-follow two step plan will enable readers to enjoy these remarkable and measurable benefits: · Lose fat easily and quickly without deprivation, discomfort or stress · Improve fate metabolism and avoid regaining lost fat · Slow the ageing process · Find relief from symptoms of asthma, heart disease, type-2 diabetes, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases and menopause-related hot-flushes The book also includes more than 30 low-calorie, nutrient-rich recipes.