David Medansky

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David Medansky, a non-practicing lawyer, is an international best-selling author, and known as "The Overweight Person's Best Greind" and the "Anti-Diet Advocate." At age 61, David was fat and told by my doctor he had a 95% chance for a fatal heart attack. David's doctor told him to find a new doctor because he did not believe David could lose weight and he did not want him dying on his watch.

During the next four months David shed 50 pounds, 25% of his total body weight. He learned how to reduce weight without going on a diet, counting calories, or exercising. David understands your frustrations if you ever failed to lose weight on a diet because he tried every diet imaginable without success. And, if he did lose weight on a diet, he could not keep it off.

As a lawyer, David spent his career seeing both sides of the fence. Honest people and dishonest people. And when it comes to the food and weight loss industries, sadly there are more dishonest people than there are those telling the truth. That’s what makes losing weight so difficult. We see labels telling us it’s low fat but that same food is high in sugar. While it’s true that sugary foods are “fat free,” what the label fails to tell you is sugar causes fat to form inside your body later. Then there’s all these vegan friendly foods. Sounds healthy but they are filled with chemicals, dyes and artificial preservatives. Oreo Cookies are a vegan food! Just like he had to read the fine print when he practiced law, he is now reading and exposing the fine print on food labels and diet programs.

Now David feels great, has more energy, and improved his overall health. And, that's why he wrote Break the Chains of Dieting. So, your patients too can have more energy, feel better, and improve their overall health.

David has taken all the guess work out. This book gives you everything you need to know about healthy and maintainable weight loss. Your patiwnts will never need to go on another diet again.

The 9 Principles in this book will help you reduce your risk for heart attack, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. The best part is you don't need all 9. You just need the first 2 to improve your overall health. After all, who doesn’t want to have more energy, feel better, and improve their overall health.

Medansky has received an education on and advises people on matters of food and nutrition, considering how they both impact health. Nutritionists help clients choose the right things to eat, help them plan menus, and advise them on the health effects of certain foods. Nutritionists assess a client's current dietary habits and needs, educate them on healthy eating habits, follow up to ensure the menus are working, and write reports that document a client's progress.

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The Cumulative Effect of Processed and Manufactured Foods as it Relates to Today’s Chronic Illnesses and Diseases
Positive action can change every negative situation. – Darren Hardy, New York Times best-selling author of The Compound Effect.In 1995, the average grocery store carried about 15,000 products. Today, it’s over 50,000. Now, I don’t know about you, but I haven’t heard of that many new...
Why Weight Reduction Goals Are Important
Well done is better than well said. – Benjamin FranklinDo You Have Written Goals?In this article, you will learn the importance of setting goals for reducing weight. It is vital to understand that getting rid of weight is a process. There is no instantaneous solution to sustainable weight...
An Epidemic Nobody Seems to Notice or Care About - Being Overweight
Americans spend over $66 billion on weight loss products each year ranging from swanky gym memberships, to meal plans, to weight loss pills and products. Yet, with all this money being spent…...
What's in Your Food?
Capital One Financial promotes its credit card services by asking “What’s in your wallet?”. William Devane in his commercials for Rosland Capital gold and silver asks, “What’s in your safe?”. Perhaps the better question to ask yourself is, “What’s in your food?” Do you read the...
Americans Are Getting Heavier
Socially acceptable body weight is increasing. Why? Because individuals are content with their weight. They are not aware their lifestyles are killing them or that being overweight has severe health-related consequences. They are less motivated to shed those unhealthy pounds now. Let’s face it,...

What fruits should diabetics avoid?
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends that any unprocessed fruit is fine for a person with diabetes to eat as long as they are not allergic to the specific fruit. Fresh or frozen fruits are fine to eat. You should avoid processed fruits such as apple sauce or canned fruit. Processed fruits also include dried fruits and all fruit juices. For instance, one orange is fine whereas a glass of orange juice is not. The reason being it takes 4 to 8 medium size oranges to make one glass of orange juice. You wouldn’t normally eat 4 to 8 oranges at one time, would you? Of course not. However, you’d consume that much sugar with one glass of orange juice. Apples, pears, and plums are excellent fruits for diabetics to eat. READ MORE
Is fish meat healthy?
It depends on the type of fish you are consuming. Wild caught salmon is excellent. However, farm raised should never be eaten. Always purchase wild caught. Also, avoid Talapia. It is a farm raised fish. READ MORE
Is a gluten free diet safe?
Why do want to be on a Gluten free diet? People who need to be on a gluten free diet do so because of a medical condition or allergies to certain foods. You should check with your medical professional before starting any specific diet. Unless there is a valid medical reason to be gluten free, you might want to reconsider. And, just because something is gluten free does not necessarily mean that it is healthy for you. READ MORE
Is celery juice good for my health?
It depends if it processed or if you make it fresh with your juicer. What is the purpose of drinking celery juice every day? You'd probably get more benefit from eating celery because of the fiber than juicing it. READ MORE
What foods should I eat to be healthy?
That is a very vague question. Avoid processed foods. Avoid deli foods. Eat holistic/whole foods such as avocados, apples, raw cheese, other fruits and green leafy vegetables (Spring mix/Spinach) to start. Include berries such as blueberries, blackberries, organic strawberries and raspberries in your diet. Raw, unsalted nuts such as almonds and walnuts are excellent (only about 7 to 10 each day). Avoid soda and diet soda. Drink lots of pure water. READ MORE
Which diet is best for losing weight?
None. Diets tend to be trendy, temporary and hard to stick to. If you want to reduce weight and keep it off you need to change your eating habits and lifestyle. Here are a five tips: 1) drink only pure water (avoid soda, diet soda and all fruit juices or fruit beverages). Drink at least one-half of your body weight in ounces of water each day. 2) Eat slower. Put your fork or spoon down between bites. Be aware of the environment you're eating. Avoid eating while working, watching TV or driving. This causes mindless eating wherein you've consumed a lot of food without realizing it. 3) Reduce portion sizes. Use a salad plate instead of a dinner size plate. 4) Avoid processed foods, which include ALL deli meats. Read the Nutrition Fact Labels to see what you're actually consuming. You'd be surprised what food manufacturers are adding to food products. 5) Eat more whole/holistic foods, mostly fresh vegetables. Corn and green peas are NOT vegetables - they are grains. READ MORE
Does the South Beach diet work?
Most diets work on temporary basis. You are better off making a lifestyle change. Make small improvements to your daily eating habits consistently, done over time and you will see results. Be patient. Here are a few tips: 1) drink at least half your weight in pure water each day. Avoid sodas, diet sodas and fruit juices and drinks. 2) Use a salad plate instead of a dinner size plate. 3) Eat slower. Put your fork or spoon down between bites. Avoid, if possible, eating in your car, while watching TV or while at your work desk/station. 4) Avoid processed foods including deli meats. and 5) Eat more whole foods such as vegetables, fruits, berries and raw, unsalted nuts. Good luck. READ MORE
Can someone live on a liquid diet for life?
No. The reason being is you need to get fiber to have your digestive system work properly. Plus, replacement shakes do not and cannot provide you with all the essential minerals and other nutrients you need that you can only get from eating whole foods such as vegetables, fruits, berries, nuts, and grains. READ MORE
How do I measure net carbs?
I do NOT endorse or recommend the Keto diet. There are healthier ways to reduce weight that are sustainable. READ MORE
How much protein should I have a day?
On average you should consume about 56 grams of protein if you are a male and about 46 grams if you are a female. Keep in mind that if you do a lot of physical activity or exercise, then you will need more protein. READ MORE
Is the Keto diet healthy?
In my opinion, Keto is NOT safe. Recently, many people who have been on the Keto diet have experienced negative side effects and health issues. READ MORE
What is the best diet for inflammation?
I'd recommend you read Dr. Lori Shemeck's book "How to Fight FATlammation. It will provide you with all your answers. READ MORE
Is it safe to go off rice and wheat for a long period of time?
Yes, it is safe to give up eating rice and wheat for a long time. You can avoid wheat and rice for ever with no negative consequences. READ MORE
Is it okay to have only fruits for breakfast?
It depends on the type of fruit you're eating. An orange, apple, grapefruit, pear, and plum are fine. Bananas are NOT a good breakfast. They have too much sugar. If possible, have an avocado. I slice it open, remove the pit and eat it right from the shell. Two dates or two figs are also excellent for a quick breakfast. If possible, do your best to add some protein for breakfast. If you eat eggs, keep a few hard boiled eggs in the refrigerator. It's a quick breakfast, easy to eat on the go. READ MORE
How to gain weight fast and safely for weight training?
You need to talk to a fitness trainer about healthy eating to bulk up. Protein powder is a good start. I prefer Protein powders that are plant based. If possible, avoid whey based protein powders. READ MORE
Can you suggest the proper diet for someone suffering from constipation?
Drink more pure water. Avoid sodas, diet sodas and fruit juices. Drink Smooth Move Herbal Tea. Make sure your mother gets a lot dietary fiber. Ground Chia seeds and Flax seeds are a good source of dietary fiber. An apple or avocado are excellent sources of fiber. READ MORE
Is intermittent fasting safe and healthy?
Intermittent fasting when done correctly is safe and effective to lose weight. If you have your last food intake 3 to 4 hours before going to sleep, and have breakfast an hour or two after you awake, you've done an intermittent fast. For example, if you finish dinner at 7 p.m. and you have breakfast at 9 a.m. that's 14 hours between meals. Most experts will agree between 12 and 16 hours without food (water is okay) is an intermittent fast, Many people do intermittent fasting without realizing it. Paul Bragg's book, "The Miracle of Fasting" is an excellent resource to learn more about fasting. READ MORE
Can diet shakes result in weight loss?
In my opinion, diet shakes do NOT work. Drink more pure water such as distilled water or spring water, or water from a six step reverse osmosis system. Drink a minimum of 64 ounces. Avoid diet sodas and sodas. Eliminate processed foods such as deli meats and breads. Eat more vegetables and some fresh fruits. Avocados and apples are excellent foods for weight reduction. Raw, unsalted nuts such as almonds and walnuts are excellent for snacks so long as you do NOT eat more than 10 per day or each. READ MORE
What foods should I avoid to lose some weight?
Avoid and/or eliminate all processed foods, sodas and diet sodas. The simple answer to reduce weight is 1) eat more holistic (whole) foods, 2) avoid deli meats and processed foods, 3) drink more pure water (not flavored waters or fruit juices), 4) eat mostly a plant based diet, not too much, 5) get adequate sleep, 6) eliminate breads, and simple carbohydrates. Avocados, apples and berries (blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, etc) are excellent. Steel cut oat meal (NOT the instant or quick cooking oatmeal) are great for reducing weight. These are just a few suggestions. READ MORE
Do fruit smoothies aid in weight control?
Based on my experience fruit smoothies contribute to weight gain. They do NOT help with weight loss. Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. Avoid sodas, diets sodas and fruit juices. READ MORE

Awards

Weight Reduction Specialist 2019 Worldwide Leaders in Health Care

Articles and Publications

David is an international bestselling author. He has published two novels and several books

What do you attribute your success to?

Persistence and that he is willing to be open minded.In July 2016, David\'s doctor told him he must lose weight due to his high risk of a heart attack or he\'d have to find another doctor, because this one wasn\'t going to watch David die under his watch. David lost 50 lbs. in four months and now shares the insights and knowledge he gained from his journey. It\'s his personal experience with weight loss and the information he\'s acquired since that inspire him to help others.