This book is aimed equally at the medical layperson and the professional, that is, the doctor. It is divided into four main parts: Chapter 1: Cancer and Modern Civilization, by Michio Kushi. Here, the author details all aspects of degenerative diseases using cancer as an example, viewed from a macrobiotic perspective. Theories, causes, diagnosis, macrobiotics and cancer, yin and yang, nutrition and cancer, special dishes, etc. are covered, along with many illustrations and tables. Chapter 2: Medical Perspectives. This section includes statements, evaluations, and suggestions from medical professionals, including four doctors and a nurse: - Dr. Keith Block, "Macrobiotics and Medical Practice" - Dr. Robert S. Mendelsohn, "New Directions in Conventional Medicine" - Dr. Peter Klein, "Macrobiotics and Support" - Kristen Schmidt, "New Dimensions in Nursing" - Dr. Marc van Cauwenberghe, "Macrobiotic Nutritional Therapy in Belgium." Chapter 3: Heart Diseases, the second threatening degenerative condition. Here, nutritionist Haruo Kushi provides a scientific evaluation of nutrition in heart diseases, and Michio Kushi discusses the macrobiotic view and treatment of heart conditions. Chapter 4: Patient Stories - the most extensive chapter of the book, featuring stories from individuals who have successfully overcome their cancer using the macrobiotic method, including three documented cases from Germany. This book is the German original edition of the revised version of the book that provided Dr. Anthony Sattilaro with the initial essential insights for his spectacular cancer recovery. An important contribution to the discussion of a new perspective on degenerative diseases such as cancer and heart disease, with impressive examples!.