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• Austin, Texas, firefighter and former professional triathlete Rip Esselstyn is the creator of the Engine 2 Diet, a diet which he says can lower cholesterol, promote weight loss and improve overall health in about one month. Esselstyn's book, The Engine 2 Diet: The Texas Firefighter's 28-Day Save-Your-Life Plan that Lowers Cholesterol and Burns Away the Pounds, was released in February 2009.Official Site: Engine 2 Diet

• Fast Facts

  1. The Engine 2 Diet: The Texas Firefighter's 28-Day Save-Your-Life Plan that Lowers Cholesterol and Burns Away the Pounds was released in February 2009
  2. Publisher: Wellness Central
  3. Author: Rip Esselstyn
  4. Esselstyn is a former triathlete who is a firefighter for the city of Austin, TexasOfficial Site: Engine 2 Diet
  5. Has won the Capital of Texas Triathlon eight times
  6. Esselstyn's father, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn Jr., is a retired surgeon who studied heart disease for several years
  7. The younger Esselstyn realized several firefighters of Engine 2 were out of shape and had dangerously high cholesterol levelsAustin360.com: Plant-powered firefighter wants to lower your cholesterol
  8. Came up with a "plant-powered eating plan" designed to cut cholesterol and promote weight loss
  9. Book includes dieting tips, recipes and meal plans and exercise plansOfficial Site: Engine 2 Diet

• The Diet

  Rip Esselstyn's Engine 2 Diet is a plant-powered weight loss plan, meaning no meat or fish, no dairy and no oils of any kind. The diet also calls for the elimination of as many processed foods as possible, and increased consumption of whole grains, vegetables and fruits. Cutting sodium intake is also encouraged.Official Site: Engine 2 Diet Austin360.com: Plant-powered firefighter wants to lower your cholesterol

• Disclaimer

  The content of this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for more information before embarking on the Engine 2 Diet.

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