When most people think about my work, they think about diet. To me, diet has always been the least interesting part of it. Dean Ornish dietinterestpart Change image and share on social
I've found that if I tell somebody 'Eat this and don't do that,' it's not only not helpful, it's counterproductive because even more than being healthy, we want to feel free and in control, and as soon as somebody tells us to do something, there's a tendency to do just the opposite. Dean Ornish controlcounterproductiveeat share on social
A valid scientific theory is predictive, verifiable, and replicable. To me, that's beautiful. Dean Ornish beautifulpredictivereplicable Change image and share on social
People who are lonely and depressed are three to 10 times more likely to get sick and die prematurely than those who have a strong sense of love and community. I don't know any other single factor that affects our health - for better and for worse - to such a strong degree. Dean Ornish affectbadlycommunity share on social
Whether it's by helping us search for health-related information, connecting us with doctors through online portals, or enabling us to store and retrieve our medical records online, the Internet is starting to show the promise it has to transform the way people interact with and improve their own health and wellness. Dean Ornish connectdoctorenable share on social
Curious patients are more receptive to new ideas, and those who engage their health practitioners in a dialogue are much more likely to adhere to these recommendations. Dean Ornish adherecuriousdialogue Change image and share on social
Even more than feeling healthy, most people want to feel free and in control. Dean Ornish controlfeelfelt Change image and share on social
The Internet has transformed many parts of our daily lives, touching everything from how we find information to how we go shopping, get directions, and even stay in touch with friends and family. Dean Ornish dailydirectionfamily Change image and share on social
The need for connection and community is primal, as fundamental as the need for air, water, and food. Dean Ornish aircommunityconnection Change image and share on social
What matters most is your overall way of eating and living. Dean Ornish eatlivematter Change image and share on social