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The Simple Life Guide To Optimal Health: How to Get Healthy and Feel Better Than Ever Kindle Edition

by Gary Collins (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Written by former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Special Agent and government insider Gary Collins

Are you sick and tired of being out of shape? Discover a step-by-step approach to total wellness and a better body.

Are you struggling with excess weight? Are you fed up with expensive exercise programs and gimmicky diet plans? Do you run out of energy halfway through every day? Gary Collins is a former FDA and US Department of Health and Human Services special agent who used his years of insider expertise to craft The Simple Life Healthy Lifestyle Plan. Using his techniques, he’s helped countless clients build a better body and now he’s here to turn your wellness goals into a reality.

The Simple Life Guide to Optimal Health: How to Get Healthy and Feel Better Than Ever explores the many dangers and diseases associated with unhealthy behaviors and provides you with a step-by-step plan for breaking your bad habits to build a fit new future. Inside, you’ll receive a straightforward explanation of the fundamentals of nutrition and exercise to be your compass on the path to good health. Through Collins’ guidance, you’ll create a personalized fitness plan that works around your busy life and promises real results.

In The Simple Life Guide to Optimal Health, you’ll discover:

  • Common myths about health and weight loss that could be harming your wellbeing
  • How Collins’ techniques can transform your hectic lifestyle into a simpler, healthier existence
  • Nutritional starter recipes and shopping lists to start your diet off on the right foot
  • How to select high quality supplements that will work with your body and fitness goals
  • A breakdown of basic exercises that even beginners can perform and much, much more!

The Simple Life Guide to Optimal Health is your full-body handbook to a fitter, happier future. If you like expert advice, budget-friendly fitness solutions, and step-by-step actions you can take today, then you’ll love Gary Collins’ transformational wellness guide.

Buy The Simple Life Guide to Optimal Health to rethink your fitness and rebuild your body today!

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The Simple Life Guide To Optimal Health: How to Get Healthy and Feel Better Than Ever by Gary Collins, MS is an insightful guide that will introduce readers to an all-encompassing plan which the author has put together after working with clients in the arena of health and wellness. His stint as a special service agent for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration encouraged him to write this book that will benefit all readers when it comes to being fit and remaining healthy. Life is a lot simpler when you are healthy, and the information and knowledge shared in this book will help people achieve their health goals.



I like the author's approach to a topic that is relevant and much-discussed. The tips and suggestions are simple and can be incorporated easily. The five principles of the simple healthy lifestyle plan are helpful when it comes to looking at health and healthy living in a transformational way. The recipes at the end of the book can be tried out easily and their healthier sweet alternatives are good for one. The author covers the topic extensively and methodically , and all the tools and techniques discussed are budget friendly and will help you start your diet plans immediately. For all those who are unhappy with their diet, and who are dealing with weight and health issues, this book is a must-have. It will put them back on track to healthy eating and healthy living. - Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite

"What this book lacks in hype and nonsense it makes up for in information that is simple, easy to understand, actionable, and livable. So if you're looking for the latest "get ripped" quick scheme or other hucksterism, this book may not be for you."

Aaron F. (Verified Amazon Purchase)

"Very enjoyable. A bit of talk about getting back to a "primal" lifestyle and how you can do it."

Mather T. (Verified Amazon Purchase)

"I've read a lot of books on fitness and dieting over the years, but this is one of the best books that I've read on these topics by far."

S. Lundquist (Amazon Review)

"This well-written book covers it all--what to eat, how to move, and which supplements are beneficial--from the unique perspective of a guy who solved his own health problems and who used to be a special agent for the FDA."

Lolo G. (Amazon Review)

"The author breaks everything down in simple steps and covers a lot of ground from nutrition, medication, fitness and stress.
Very well researched and easy read for non experts."

LZ (Amazon Review)

"His book provides attainable goals that are straightforward in which you can start the same day! It is chuck full with accurate info about cholesterol, carbohydrate addiction, proper hydration, the problem with processed foods, and more. I highly recommend it and will continue to use it as reference with maintaining my health."

David L. (Amazon Review)

"I rarely give books like this 5 stars because they usually hit on whatever fad is in the current limelight but this book is different. It is very well written and I formative. It has all the information you need within this one book."

XOtoread (Amazon Review)

"This is indeed a simple guide! It provides simple actionable information, backed up with citations from respected scientific sources. It has no fluff or unnecessary information meant to convince you of something. The quality information and how its presented speaks for itself."

Jaclyn Summers (Amazon Review)

"This is one of the best guides to better health that I have read. The advice is laid in a conversational and easy to read manner and packed with actionable tips for even the most basic of beginners. Having said that, however, there is something here for everyone, regardless of their current knowledge base."

Shawn D. (Amazon Review)

"This book really meshes with my other research on health and wellness as well as my own experiments on myself. I really could have used it about 20 years ago.. but the research might not have been there. Lots of good stuff in here to help you get healthier."

Sarah (Amazon Review)

"I really learned a lot when I read this book. It was well-researched and written in a way that was easy to understand. If you are serious about learning to eat healthfully and live a better life, then this book is for you."

Tricia (Amazon Review)

"I have a whole bookcase of health and diet books. This book is by far the best I have read. There are no unrealistic expectations or gimmicks. The author is very real and down to earth"

Phyllis Daley (Amazon Review)

"This book was a breath of fresh air and came at a time I really needed it."

Hope S. (Amazon Review)

About the Author

Gary Collins has a very interesting and unique background that includes military intelligence, Special Agent for the U.S. State Department Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Collins' background and expert knowledge brings a much-needed perspective to today's areas of simple living, health, nutrition, entrepreneurship, self-help and being more self-reliant. He holds an AS degree in Exercise Science, BS in Criminal Justice, and MS in Forensic Science.

Gary was raised in the High Desert at the basin of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in a rural part of California. He now lives off-the-grid part of the year in a remote area of NE Washington State, and the other part of year exploring in his travel trailer with his trusty black lab Barney.
He enjoyed, and considers himself lucky to have grown up in a very small town experiencing fishing, hunting, and anything outdoors from a very young age. He has been involved in organized sports, nutrition, and fitness for almost four decades. He is also an active follower and teacher of what he calls "life simplification." He often says:

"Today we're bombarded by too much stress, not enough time for personal fulfillment, and failing to take care of our health... there has to be a better way!"

In addition to being a best selling author, he has taught at the University College level, consulted and trained college level athletes, and been interviewed for his expertise on various subjects by CBS Sports, Coast to Coast AM, The RT Network, and FOX News to name a few.

His website thesimplelifenow.com, and The Simple Life book series (his total lifestyle reboot), blows the lid off of conventional life and wellness expectations, and is considered essential for every person seeking a simpler, and happier life.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07CMGQR8F
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Second Nature Publishing; 1st edition (April 23, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 23, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3495 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 258 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 108 ratings

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Gary Collins has a compelling background that includes military intelligence, Special Agent for the U.S. State Department Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Gary’s expert knowledge brings a much-needed perspective to today’s areas of simple living, health, nutrition, entrepreneurship, self-help, and being more self-reliant. He holds an AS degree in Exercise Science, BS in Criminal Justice, and MS in Forensic Science. 

Gary was raised in the High Desert at the basin of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in a rural part of California. He now lives off-the-grid part of the year in a remote area of NE Washington State and spends the rest of the year exploring in his travel trailer with his trusty black lab Barney.

Gary considers himself lucky to have grown up in a small town where he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and anything outdoors from a very young age. He has been involved in organized sports, nutrition, and fitness for almost four decades. He is an active follower and teacher of what he calls “life simplification.” Gary often says:

“Today, we’re bombarded by too much stress, not enough time for personal fulfillment, and failing to take care of our health… there has to be a better way!”

In addition to being a best-selling author, Gary is a highly sought after speaker in numerous areas, as they relate to self-improvement and life simplification. He has taught at the University level, consulted and trained collegiate athletes, and been interviewed for his expertise on various subjects by Adam Carolla, The World According to Ben Stein, CBS Sports, Coast to Coast AM, The RT Network, and FOX News, to name a few.

His website www.thesimplelifenow.com, Podcast “Your Better Life,” and The Simple Life book series (his total lifestyle reboot), blows the lid off of conventional life and wellness expectations and is considered essential for every person seeking a simpler, and happier life.

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Aaron Frankel
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, Easy to Understand, Actionable, and Livable
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2018
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What this book lacks in hype and nonsense it makes up for in information that is simple, easy to understand, actionable, and livable. So if you're looking for the latest "get ripped" quick scheme or other hucksterism, this book may not be for you.
I spent most of my youth as an athlete and gym rat. Now in my 40s, I have the injuries to prove it. There were so many dumb fads. I wish this book had been around back then.
I liked the book enough to go into the danger zone and suggest it to my wife.
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Ashley’s
5.0 out of 5 stars Read it twice, then read it again.
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2021
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Once again Gary has written a book that’s full of great information if you want to try to improve your quality of life. I have read every book he puts out and have not been disappointed.
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lissa wells
3.0 out of 5 stars Diet tips exercise better way of life
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2019
First of all I received an arc of this book by Hidden Gems for an honest review!
I would first start off by saying that I found it a little pompous when right from the get go the author, Gary Collins when he states Bottom line: no one else in the health industry has my background—no one! I seriously don’t think that this is true when there are so many other professionals and educators out there, so I feel like I’m trying to be duped! However I will say that there is a plethora of great information to be had in this guide, such as a great list for shopping and what spices, oils, etc.. to use . Also I found some great tips on exercising and steps to ensure better eating habits. I disagree with his statements of saying that obesity is not from overeating and that eating too many calories does not cause excessive weight gain, but that is only my opinion.. also I love the tip about using glass containers instead of plastic for leftovers! Overall this was pretty informative and a good reference guide!
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Matthew T
4.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable. A bit of talk about getting back ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2018
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Very enjoyable. A bit of talk about getting back to a "primal" lifestyle and how you can do it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great no nonsense advice
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2021
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Lots of good advice here from an FDA insider and very engagingly written. Recommended for anyone looking to cut through the fad diet jungle.
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Mary J Sojka
5.0 out of 5 stars Serious/humor CAN go together!
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2019
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Gary Collins: I have applied for many jobs and I am now retired. Your book was so interesting and clever. You have a knack for writing books....keep up the good work and you'll never have to apply for another job!
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Nancy McPug
5.0 out of 5 stars save money be healthy
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2020
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overall best book on the subject of finding and maintaining good health, easy to read
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2018
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I read this in a couple of nights before bedtime. I really found it easy to understand and agreed with all of it. I would recommend that everyone read this.
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