The Blood Sugar Solution (Abridged): The UltraHealthy Program for Losing Weight, Preventing Disease, and Feeling Great Now! Audiobook, by Mark Hyman Play Audiobook Sample

The Blood Sugar Solution (Abridged): The UltraHealthy Program for Losing Weight, Preventing Disease, and Feeling Great Now! Audiobook

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Read By: Mark Hyman Publisher: Ascent Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 5.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 4.25 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: April 2012 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781469000183

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34

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29:15 minutes

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In THE BLOOD SUGAR SOLUTION, Dr. Mark Hyman reveals that the secret solution to losing weight and preventing not just diabetes but also heart disease, stroke, dementia, and cancer is balanced insulin levels. Dr. Hyman describes the seven keys to achieving wellness-nutrition, hormones, inflammation, digestion, detoxification, energy metabolism, and a calm mind - and explains his revolutionary six-week healthy-living program. With advice on diet, green living, supplements and medication, exercise, and personalizing the plan for optimal results, the audiobook also teaches listeners how to maintain lifelong health. Groundbreaking and timely, THE BLOOD SUGAR SOLUTION is the fastest way to lose weight, prevent disease, and feel better than ever.

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"I won this book in the giveaway. This is a comprehensive guide to health & wellness covering whole-food nutrition, supplementation, detoxification, stress management, and fitness. Dr. Hyman is an entertaining and engaging writer. Get ready to learn more than you thought possible about the dangers of unhealthy eating and the benefits of eating the "Blood Sugar Solution" way. It will inspire you and give you hope for a healthier more vibrant future. I recommend it highly."

— John (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • “With our world facing multiple crises, including a dramatic rise in diabetes, The Blood Sugar Solution arrives not a minute too soon. Dr. Mark Hyman’s insistence on identifying the root social causes of obesity and diabetes is a crucial step beyond many of our long-held assumptions and in the direction of real solutions. Our children deserve nothing less.”

    — Arianna Huffington, president and editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post Media Group 
  • “First, the bad news: Type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes will affect half of Americans in the next few years. Drugs are not very effective at preventing the complications of diabetes, including heart disease, blindness, impotence, amputations, and kidney damage. Now, the good news: diabetes is completely preventable and even reversible for most people—today—simply by changing diet and lifestyle. In The Blood Sugar Solution, Dr. Mark Hyman shows you how.” 

    — Dean Ornish, MD 
  • “Dr. Mark Hyman makes managing your health simpler than you ever thought possible. There’s no time like the present to get started. Don’t wait till tomorrow! Start today!”

    — Rick Warren, author of The Purpose Driven Life 
  • “Functional medicine pioneer Hyman...points to imbalances in seven body systems that cause life-altering chronic illness. Quizzes, shopping lists, recipes, and tips for overcoming obstacles will keep readers on track, while Hymans memorable terminology, passion, and simplicity will keep them highly motivated.” 

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “Hyman’s commentary on the cane sugar versus corn syrup debate is refreshingly astute, as are chapters on the restorative power of fruits, vegetables and whole grains. The author’s effective closing manifesto rallies readers to take charge of their health by making smarter lifestyle choices, which translates to more than 500 pages of useful charts, scientifically supported nutritional…An avalanche of vital information and advice from an enthusiastic wellness expert.”

    — Kirkus Reviews

The Blood Sugar Solution Listener Reviews

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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really revolutionary about food and it's impact on the body. Food as information, food as medicine, and the genomic impact of food on the body are all new concepts to me. "

    — J., 2/19/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really revolutionary about food and it's impact on the body. Food as information, food as medicine, and the genomic impact of food on the body are all new concepts to me. "

    — J., 2/19/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very good research but a bit repetitive. I plan on following the diet as soon as I have control over my kitchen, but I won't believe all of the benefit claims until I experience them myself. This is still a book that everybody should read because it succinctly explains why our food, pharma and health care industries are keeping us sick and what we can do to take away their power. "

    — Katie, 2/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very good research but a bit repetitive. I plan on following the diet as soon as I have control over my kitchen, but I won't believe all of the benefit claims until I experience them myself. This is still a book that everybody should read because it succinctly explains why our food, pharma and health care industries are keeping us sick and what we can do to take away their power. "

    — Katie, 2/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Interesting that he linked so many maladies to diet. He has a case, but some of the connections were a bit tenuous. "

    — Suzanne, 2/6/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Interesting that he linked so many maladies to diet. He has a case, but some of the connections were a bit tenuous. "

    — Suzanne, 2/6/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Excellent resource--have instituted many changes which have led to a 15 pound weight loss in my daughter. I believe this has been the "missing link" with some of her health challenges. "

    — Debbie, 2/3/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Excellent resource--have instituted many changes which have led to a 15 pound weight loss in my daughter. I believe this has been the "missing link" with some of her health challenges. "

    — Debbie, 2/3/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " There were some parts that were very good. Interesting, making you think. With citations, so that you can read further. But. This book is mainly a marketing piece for the authors website (and webshop). And when it comes to the practical part (what you should do), then it turns out, that what you should do is to go to his website. Every other paragraph ends with this advice. Also there are lots of citations, but some of the evidence is rather thin (a single study on a few people/mice). These studies may be relevant in creating new ideas and new research, but are far away from being applicable in real life. I really wanted to like this book, and there are chapters that I did, very much. But all in all, it's just too much marketing "

    — Eva, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " There were some parts that were very good. Interesting, making you think. With citations, so that you can read further. But. This book is mainly a marketing piece for the authors website (and webshop). And when it comes to the practical part (what you should do), then it turns out, that what you should do is to go to his website. Every other paragraph ends with this advice. Also there are lots of citations, but some of the evidence is rather thin (a single study on a few people/mice). These studies may be relevant in creating new ideas and new research, but are far away from being applicable in real life. I really wanted to like this book, and there are chapters that I did, very much. But all in all, it's just too much marketing "

    — Eva, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Fantastic book with excellent practical information. I have been using the principles in this book with excellent results! Lost weight, feeling great! "

    — Laura, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " There is a ton of really valuable & interesting explanations related to diabetes, but also overall health & how our body processes food. I learned alot but also struggled to keep motivated to read. His recommendations are similar to much of the popular health/wellness articles of late - definitely parts I can take but total system would be major overhaul I'm not ready for. The last section of the book is an incredible resource for those wanting to research & investigate natural foods, beauty/household products, etc. a book I would recommend to anyone highly interested in the personalized, natural health & environment "

    — Liz, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Fantastic book with excellent practical information. I have been using the principles in this book with excellent results! Lost weight, feeling great! "

    — Laura, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " There is a ton of really valuable & interesting explanations related to diabetes, but also overall health & how our body processes food. I learned alot but also struggled to keep motivated to read. His recommendations are similar to much of the popular health/wellness articles of late - definitely parts I can take but total system would be major overhaul I'm not ready for. The last section of the book is an incredible resource for those wanting to research & investigate natural foods, beauty/household products, etc. a book I would recommend to anyone highly interested in the personalized, natural health & environment "

    — Liz, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great ideas to help you eat healthier and to eliminate sugar from your diet. "

    — Regina, 12/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A life changer....can't say the the solution is entirely easy, but "simple," yes. Good stuff, and if you are a type 2 diabetic with autoimmune issues that seem to run out of control, Dr. Hyman's program gives one thing for sure: hope. "

    — Jolee, 12/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great ideas to help you eat healthier and to eliminate sugar from your diet. "

    — Regina, 12/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A life changer....can't say the the solution is entirely easy, but "simple," yes. Good stuff, and if you are a type 2 diabetic with autoimmune issues that seem to run out of control, Dr. Hyman's program gives one thing for sure: hope. "

    — Jolee, 12/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The structure was a mess and the frequent references to the website are annoying. However, the content is excellent. I am already benefiting from the diet in that I have slightly more energy and concentration. "

    — Philip, 11/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The structure was a mess and the frequent references to the website are annoying. However, the content is excellent. I am already benefiting from the diet in that I have slightly more energy and concentration. "

    — Philip, 11/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Surely a lot of helpful information. But the diet would be impossible for me as an ovo,,lacto vegetarian, since the only sources of protein would be eggs, beans, and nuts. No dairy or grains is too restrictive, although I am cutting down and adding more exercise. "

    — Cyndee, 11/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Surely a lot of helpful information. But the diet would be impossible for me as an ovo,,lacto vegetarian, since the only sources of protein would be eggs, beans, and nuts. No dairy or grains is too restrictive, although I am cutting down and adding more exercise. "

    — Cyndee, 11/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Written by a medical doctor this book is filled with evidence that supports removing sugar, gluten and other commonly consumed foods. I have embraced much of the plan and dropped 10 lbs in just 2 weeks. "

    — Paige, 9/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Written by a medical doctor this book is filled with evidence that supports removing sugar, gluten and other commonly consumed foods. I have embraced much of the plan and dropped 10 lbs in just 2 weeks. "

    — Paige, 9/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Should have known not to read something with ! in the title. So.mewhat commonplace stuff "

    — Alan, 7/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Should have known not to read something with ! in the title. So.mewhat commonplace stuff "

    — Alan, 7/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I was diagnosed pre-diabetic in 2011. I'd seen this author on one of the TV talk shows and heard him on NPR, so I decided to pick up his book and use it as a guideline for helping me to understand better my unhealthy dietary habits. "

    — towner77, 6/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I was diagnosed pre-diabetic in 2011. I'd seen this author on one of the TV talk shows and heard him on NPR, so I decided to pick up his book and use it as a guideline for helping me to understand better my unhealthy dietary habits. "

    — towner77, 6/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I find that this book is quite informative but I think if anyone has common sense we can figure the solutions to fight any disease is weight loss and eating right and exercise. "

    — Estrella, 5/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I find that this book is quite informative but I think if anyone has common sense we can figure the solutions to fight any disease is weight loss and eating right and exercise. "

    — Estrella, 5/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I'd give this a strong 3.5 stars. In my quest for better and healthier eating habits, there is good information and a helpful plan here. "

    — Dawn, 4/23/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I'd give this a strong 3.5 stars. In my quest for better and healthier eating habits, there is good information and a helpful plan here. "

    — Dawn, 4/23/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Nothing new. Same info as always in all Mark Hyman books repeated over and over again. First time I read his book Ultrametabolism I loved it. This is pretty much same stuff packaged differently, targeted at people with more serious problems (what he calls 'diabesity'). "

    — Maria, 2/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Nothing new. Same info as always in all Mark Hyman books repeated over and over again. First time I read his book Ultrametabolism I loved it. This is pretty much same stuff packaged differently, targeted at people with more serious problems (what he calls 'diabesity'). "

    — Maria, 2/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Very well structured information and interesting read "

    — Bori, 11/24/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Very well structured information and interesting read "

    — Bori, 11/24/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I agree with the books findings, I wish that it was more of a one-shot deal...but this author does a good job of giving you several puzzle pieces to health. In essence, carries the same message as Michael Pollen. "

    — Heather, 11/12/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I agree with the books findings, I wish that it was more of a one-shot deal...but this author does a good job of giving you several puzzle pieces to health. In essence, carries the same message as Michael Pollen. "

    — Heather, 11/12/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Most helpful book I've had yet, THannk Yooou! "

    — Malia, 11/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Most helpful book I've had yet, THannk Yooou! "

    — Malia, 11/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This is nothing I haven't read/heard before, but it did remind me of some things I need to be doing. "

    — Jenni, 3/16/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This is nothing I haven't read/heard before, but it did remind me of some things I need to be doing. "

    — Jenni, 3/16/2012

About Mark Hyman

Mark Hyman is a practicing family physician, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, and an internationally recognized leader, speaker, educator, and advocate in his field. He is the director the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine. He is also the founder and medical director of the UltraWellness Center, chairman of the board of the Institute for Functional Medicine, a medical editor for the Huffington Post, and was a regular medical contributor on many television shows including CBS This Morning, Today Show, CNN, and The Dr. Oz Show.