Advice both sensible and ridiculous

This book has some common-sense advice on looking and feeling younger: eat healthy, maintain a sensible weight, exercise regularly, and have a positive frame of mind. That shouldn't be new or surprising for anyone whose been concerned about the subject. It had a few ideas that may or may not be worthwhile, such as not drinking fluids (except for some wine) with dinner, doing stretches in bed, and updating your home decor. But I was turned off my the more bogus ideas the authors promoted, such as standing 8 feet away from the microwave every time you use it and not combining rice and beans (or any protein with a starchy vegetable) in a single meal. Worst of all, while it listed affirmations (twice!!) that you could repeat to yourself to make yourself feel better about being older, it didn't mention the one of the best ways to remain youthful (IMHO): remain socially active with positive friends, and find a spiritual practice that works for you. (Yoga and meditation are mentioned in passing, but not for their spiritual value.) The one-size-fits-all aspect was also a disappointment: the authors say walking isn't sufficiently weight-bearing, which is probably true for someone who's already fit and active. But for someone who's out of shape or obese, walking for exercise could be the best option, with the idea of leading into a more "serious" exercise program later. I gave it two stars because the title isn't misleading. If you are a complete idiot about health, it can give you the inspiration to cut down on junk food, get active, and think positive. But if you know that much already, you don't need this book.