They end up on our plates every day. They provoke dementia, epilepsy, panic attacks, chronic headaches, depression, decreased libido, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. They are carbohydrates. Gluten and glucose can not only make you taste good, but also literally erase memory and modify genes. Dr. Perlmutter's revolutionary four-week plan will protect your body, especially the brain, from carbohydrate shock, reduce the risk of neurological diseases, help you stay alert and active, and even ease the course of certain chronic diseases. Combining humor and scientific facts, Dr. Perlmutter teaches you new eating habits Control what you eat and enjoy life at any age.

The book contains recipes for healthy dishes.