Eat Right 4 Your Type by peter j. d/adamo

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July 14,2025

Some of the concepts in this book lack full scientific support. However, the diet might still make many people feel better and achieve a higher level of health. These two aspects are not mutually exclusive.

Reasons the claims about the scientific merit of the food lists for each blood type are unconvincing to me include:

1. I've read detailed explanations showing the 'Blood Type' books are based on sketchy science. Some theory makes sense, but there are holes in both the theory and how the food lists were compiled. This information comes from respected health and nutrition authors, not those who deny non-mainstream ideas.

2. Even if blood type matters for diet, biochemical individuality means there would be as many differences as similarities in what people of the same blood type eat.

3. Family members with the same blood type often do well on different diets, illustrating the above principle and that different diets suit us at different times due to bodily changes.

4. The diet is rarely discussed favorably in chat groups. Most people say it didn't help and was a waste of time.

The Body Ecology Diet book explains that the blood type diet books offer valuable clues but should be considered a developing theory. It has several shortcomings, such as not being adapted for those with certain issues, not emphasizing cultured foods, lacking a protein guide for some vegetarians, ignoring food combining, wrongly advising against apple cider vinegar, not discussing food preparation methods, recommending yeast-feeding foods, and more.

However, the blood type diet book can still potentially improve health because it advises cutting out junk food, choosing higher quality organic foods, increasing vegetable intake, cutting out common allergens like dairy, grains, and legumes, and helping with weight loss for many.

Overall, while the book has some good diet tips, it promotes a flawed theory. There are easier ways to get healthy and lose weight. You might start with a simple nutrition book or try the Paleo diet if you suspect issues with grains and legumes. If you think you have food allergies, you may want to have testing done and look into related issues. To learn about fats, you can read specific books. In conclusion, eat real food, consider hidden allergies, and find the diet that suits you as an individual.

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Damonashu

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July 14,2025

I'm not entirely certain that it's entirely fair for me to pen a review of this book considering that I only perused the sections that were relevant to my specific blood type. My particular copy of this book is a whopping 21 years old. As a result, it's inevitable that some of the advice it contains, like avoiding coconut oil due to its relatively high fat content, has become somewhat outdated. After all, the field of nutrition is kind of like a bit of a crapshoot. The advice can vary so drastically from one diet plan to the next.

I do find it rather interesting that a significant number of naturopaths seem to subscribe to this particular way of eating, especially when bio-individuality is placed right at the forefront of their nutritional approach. However, I must admit that the section dedicated to my blood type did seem to have some applicability to my own personal situation. The general recommendations to increase vegetable intake, avoid sugar, limit inflammatory foods, manage stress effectively, and engage in regular exercise are all undeniably good pieces of advice.

I fully intend to revisit this book in a month or two's time and provide an update on how this dietary approach is working out for me. For the time being, I'm awarding it 3 stars.

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yotsubi

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July 14,2025

I don't think it is fair for me to state that I read this book because in reality, I merely skimmed through it. A coworker recommended this book approximately two years ago. I promptly purchased it and even went to the doctor to determine my blood type. Shortly afterwards, the same coworker mentioned that her doctor had told her that the book was junk science. Since I never disclosed to my doctor the reason for my need to know my blood type, I can't wholeheartedly agree.

I will admit that there is no way I am restricting myself to the foods listed in this book for people with my blood type. However, I will note that some of the foods suggested for those with my blood type are ones that I already consume and have a craving for. Is it science or just a coincidence? I'm not sure.

The nice thing about this book is that unless you are truly interested in the subject and history of blood types, you can simply read about yours and then put the book aside. That's precisely what I did, which is why I won't claim to have read it cover to cover. I only read the parts that were relevant to me.

Overall, I didn't find it to be of any real benefit. In fact, I found it to be excruciatingly dull.

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ayush123

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July 14,2025

The idea that your blood type determines what you should eat and how you should exercise is truly compelling. I borrowed this concept from a friend.

Of course, I began by skimming through the information related to my own blood type. It felt much like reading a horoscope in a Sunday paper. There were indeed some aspects that seemed to fit, but there were also others that were completely contrary to my personal experience. I couldn't help but laugh out loud when I read that certain blood types are prone to heart disease and cancer! Oh really? Those are only the top two killers in the US. Thanks a lot for letting me know! :) The lack of actual research or study citations becomes very obvious in light of so many'scientific' assertions. Although there are numerous anecdotal case studies, it further gives the impression that this book is more about the author (and his desire to break new ground and/or recruit followers) rather than the actual content of the book.

And yet, I couldn't resist the appeal of the idea. Wishing to take my investigation a step further, I called my mom, who is the resident medical expert in our family. We discussed our family history and how it aligned with D'Adamo's theories. Our conclusions were pretty much the same as mine previously. The categories of blood type, as presented, simply failed to offer any meaningful insight into our family health history.

Finally, I read a few reviews on Goodreads and looked up the idea on the web by googling "Blood Type Diet". It appears that others had similar issues with Dr. D'Adamo's theories as I did. There is simply no research to support his ideas. In the end, the types he describes are so general that those who are willing to believe will quickly identify with his writing and ignore all that doesn't fit.

This book is not recommended at all. Well, I guess if you are studying mass hysteria, the development of cult followings, or something similar, D'Adamo's book might be of some interest to you.

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carcinized

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July 14,2025

An interesting approach to diet and lifestyle has been presented, yet it seems a bit too generalized to be truly effective. I initially thought this would serve as a helpful tool for me to tweak my eating habits. However, upon further reading, it comes across more like a "fad diet" book.

To be fair, there are a few effective arguments and some good advice to be found within its pages. Nevertheless, it is marred by an excessive amount of pseudo-jargon, which ultimately renders it less useful.

Overall, this book simply didn't resonate with me. It failed to provide the practical and personalized guidance that I was seeking to make meaningful changes to my diet and lifestyle. I'm left feeling disappointed and still in search of a more reliable resource.

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Leopah

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July 14,2025

I borrowed this book from my Mom years ago.

I initially set it aside, assuming it would be overly bio-scientific and not to my taste.

However, I was completely wrong. It was written in a way that the average person could easily understand.

This book turned out to be a very interesting read. It detailed the evolution of blood types and how they form the basis of human diets today.

I focused on the O types since that's my own blood type.

My success with this nutrition plan was achieved in an unexpected way. Over the past couple of years, in my pursuit of a healthier life, I experimented with my diet.

Through trial and error, I gradually moved towards the "Type O diet" even before reading this book.

I'm not entirely sure if this would work for everyone.

However, my own success through trial and error does support the book's theories. Interestingly, many of the characteristics also held true for my close family members.

What I find particularly interesting when looking at the comments of other "readers" who gave it a low rating is that I can't tell if any of them actually tried the nutrition plan and failed, or even read the book at all.

Those who did comment simply dismissed it as "theory" that at best makes for interesting reading. I'm amazed at how people are so willing to take unnatural, synthetic drugs because a doctor says so, even though that doctor may not have actually studied the drug.

Compare that to someone who has studied a field for years, tested his theory on real people, and found it to work.

Oh, and by the way, he's suggesting foods that the human body has been known to tolerate for thousands of years!

I guess, like everything else, people want a quick fix rather than the best one.

As I said, I'm not convinced this will work for everyone. But I do believe that since it's natural, the worst that can happen is you waste a bit of money and some time and energy.

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Plyc

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July 14,2025

After reading this book, I am truly astounded by how dangerous I perceive it to be.

If there were an option for a negative rating, I would not hesitate to select it without a second thought.

The central concept of this book is that individuals of certain blood types should adhere strictly to a specific set of foods and completely eliminate other foods from their diets. However, I can clearly identify a plethora of issues with this so-called theory. In fact, that's precisely what it is - just a theory.

Can anyone tell me when and where in the entire history of life there has been any legitimate proof or evidence to support this claim?

I have learned that some of my close friends have subjected their children to this type of absurd diet. Consequently, I reached out to my children's pediatrician and sought his professional opinion. He concurred that this book is nothing but a load of nonsense and is, in fact, extremely dangerous to attempt on both children and adults alike.

Do not waste your precious time on this. I seriously doubt whether the author of this book obtained his degree from a legitimate institution or if it was perhaps some sort of joke, like getting it from a Cracker Jack box.

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Asiandude918

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July 14,2025

Well...

I finally managed to finish reading this book simply because the library wouldn't allow me to keep it any longer. I initially began reading it as I had heard a plethora of diverse opinions regarding the Blood Type Diet and was eager to gain a deeper understanding. While perusing this book, I indeed made an effort to steer clear of foods that were purportedly harmful to my blood type. Given that I already felt quite healthy prior to this diet, I didn't notice any remarkable benefits.

This January, a fresh study emerged, revealing that there is absolutely no scientific evidence to support the Blood Type Diet. The only thing it found was that the diets recommended for different blood types are generally quite healthy and could benefit an individual of any blood type. Anyhow, now I have reverted to my regular diet and am relishing tomatoes, avocados, chicken, peanuts, some wheat, etc. (all those forbidden delights!) in moderation.

Generally speaking, I was quite fond of the concept of the Blood Type Diet, and some of the points put forward by the author seemed rather reasonable. Nevertheless, in my view, the book is rather outdated and lacks solid proof. Most of the conclusions are derived from observational studies (which are rather subjective) and generalizations (such as having a theory and attempting to apply it everywhere) rather than objective scientific evidence. Since I possess a certain scientific background, the book appears a bit repetitive, and some explanations are overly simplified. However, it might prove beneficial for someone without a scientific background.

All in all, I believe that the Blood Type Diet theory is not entirely without merit, but I do not concur with the author's assertion that EVERYTHING about us is determined by our blood type and that living, eating, and exercising in accordance with our blood type is the only viable approach.

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