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

A book by American physician and public health advocate Michael Greger (co‑written with Gene Stone), first published in 2015, this popular medical guide offers a comprehensive, science‑based approach to preventing and reversing chronic diseases through diet and lifestyle. In a single expansive paragraph, the authors examine how a whole‑food, plant‑based diet combined with simple daily habits—nutrition, physical activity, sufficient sleep—can prevent or even reverse the top 15 causes of premature death, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, liver, kidney, and lung diseases. Greger presents robust statistical and clinical evidence, practical recommendations—what to eat and what to avoid—recipe ideas and meal plans; explores the principles of lifestyle medicine inspired by his grandmother’s recovery via plant‑based diet and exercise; critiques why pharmaceutical companies prioritize pills over nutrition awareness; and provides step‑by‑step guidance on adopting healthy habits backed by scientific and global health organizations. The book became a New York Times bestseller and has been praised for its depth of research and practical value