The fact that Dr Daniel has trained in medicine gives additional credence to her holistic approach to the subject, quashing any suspicions of alternative treatments. Daniel's premise is given that 81.5 per cent of cancer in the West relates to lifestyle and that it is vital we tackle the causes. Most people will be surprised to learn that 35 per cent of cancers are caused by diet.

Starting with the causes of cancer and how it operates, eliminating potential causes and detecting cancer, moving onto an in-depth analysis of beating cancer holistically, and establishing the mind body spirit connection in our stressful urban lives, this all makes logical and easy reading. Each chapter is detailed, divided into digestible sections that make it possible to dip in for reference if needed. To conclude the book there's an invaluable reference section which includes a startling table on carcinogenic chemicals in household products, including cosmetics.--Lorna V