The Sugar Addict's Total Recovery Program picks up where Potatoes not Prozac left off, and provides the practical know how to follow the plan outlined in Potatoes not Prozac. (By the way, this book stands by itself, so you don't need to read Potatoes not Prozac first.) It's full of practical tips and techniques. You'll learn how to make a grocery list, and shop for food, how to find a sugar free snack at a convenience store, what to order when you eat out, how to deal with nosy people who try to get you to eat sugar, how to sail through the holidays without sugar, and many other things. The book also features recipes submitted by people who are following the way of eating described in the book.

Kathleen DesMaisons has a very accessible writing style. You feel as though you are having a conversation with her. A feature I really enjoyed in this book is quotes from people who have been following the program. In case you are having doubts about the ability to have a good life without sugar, just read some of the quotes. It can be done, and here are real people who are doing it, just to prove it to you.

If you have even the slightest suspicion that you might be sugar sensitive, buy this book. It could totally change your life. In the last two years, since I started this program, I have changed in so many ways, I feel that I am finally becoming the person I was meant to be, instead of just staying stuck in depression and negativity. This book will show you how you too can become the person you were meant to be.

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Life Changing  Dec 22, 2000
This book very clearly explained the biochemistry of Sugar Addiction and how to recover from it. I loved the gentle, reassuring voice of the author, Kathleen DesMaisons. I felt like she was holding my hand and walking me through the steps needed to change life-long self defeating patterns.

I have implemented these changes in my life and my life is turning around. People are telling me how radiant I look! My mind is clear and I am energetic and creative. I am going through the holidays without being tempted by the myriad of "treats" surrounding me.

For the first time, I really know how to take care of myself with food and, more importantly, I am able to follow through on what I know.

Kathleen's research and experience are a lifesaver! I highly recommend this book. And make sure to check out her website, which is an abundant resource: www.radiantrecovery.com

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A Hands On Practical Guide for Addressing Sugar Sensitivity  Dec 13, 2000 By Gretel O'Brien
I had been following Dr. DesMaisons' plan for nutrtional healing of sugar sensitivity as outlined in her previous book, Potatoes Not Prozac, for a year and a half. And I have been aware of the research she continues to do to help people who come from places of pain and shame surrounding issues of addiction. Her warmth, compassion and dedication to carrying a message of hope has touched and inspired me.

This new book is a wonderful hands on, practical guide that addresses all the details and questions people might have for implementing a revolutionary new way of addressing addiction related to sugar sensitivity. Gathered from her own personal experiences as well as those of the global community that has grown in support of each other, she offers us menus, shopping lists, recipes and practical tips to guide us in ways to heal our biochemistry through food.

All who have experienced the feeling of hopelessness surrounding addiction, who are looking for a solution that works, will find simple tools in this book to help reestablish their physical, mental and emotional well being.

Bravo, Dr. DesMaisons! This is a 'keep it with me all the time' guide to the serenity, sanity and radiance that has eluded me because of addiction.

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Adaptable To Crazy Work Schedules  Feb 21, 2001 By Luvs Lupin
Like so many others, I was overweight and couldn't seem to find a way to lose the extra pounds and keep them off. On top of that, I was severely depressed for several years. Not until Dr. DesMaisons first book, "Potatoes Not Prozac" did I learn that the way I was eating, and the things I was eating, was all contributing not only to my weight problem, but also my depression. This first book was an eye opener. It teaches the science behind the problem of sugar sensitivity.

Because of my irregular work hours, I can't eat my meals at "normal" meal times. But this program is adaptable to MY schedule, not someone else's. I just follow the outline for eating at proper intervals, and keep it in the context of my workday. And it works! I have begun to lose weight, and I no longer have to depend on an antidepressant to elevate my moods. I have been out of the depression for over a year, and I have never felt better.

Dr. DesMaisons' second book, "The Sugar Addict's Total Recovery Program" is a great follow-up to her first book. It gives us a "roadmap" to follow to recover from sugar addiction, as well as practical information to incorporate this program into everyday use. I recommend it to anyone who wants to feel better and live life the way it is meant to be lived!

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This is not what I expected, but much better!  Feb 19, 2001 By T. Walker
I have been searching for the last few years to find a "diet" that would help me lose weight and feel great. I wanted to find something that would be permanent. I have quite a collection of diet books from Amazon.com. I consider them all to be reference material. Dr. DesMaisons' first book Potatoes Not Prozac kept coming up as a suggestion from Amazon.com. I ignored it, thinking this was not what I was looking for. Then I got a notice that a new book, The Sugar Addict's Total Recovery Program, was coming out and based on my previous purchases I might be interested in this book. I hesitated for a few days, but purchased it, along with 3 other books about kicking the sugar habit. I started reading the other 3 books, but once I picked up The Sugar Addict's Total Recovery Program, I couldn't put it down. This program has made a significant impact in my life. I feel empowered by the simple steps outlined in this book. I am amazed at how supportive the people involved in this program are, including Dr. DesMaisons, herself! This book was not what I expected, it was much better! I highly recommend it.

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