Description
Paperback cover has some shelf wear and a small tear at bottom edge. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This vintage copy of Dr. Stillman’s 14-Day Shape Up Program offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the modern dieting craze. First published in 1967, it was one of the earliest popular low-carbohydrate diets, predating the Atkins Diet by several decades. Dr. Irwin Maxwell Stillman, a self-taught nutritionist, developed this regimen based on his own experiences and observations rather than formal medical research. While some of his claims were controversial, the book struck a chord with countless readers desperate for a quick weight-loss solution. Its no-frills, tough-love approach and promises of rapid results made it a cultural phenomenon, with celebrities like Buddy Hackett among its devoted followers. Despite its age, this quirky relic remains an intriguing time capsule of mid-20th century attitudes toward health and body image, as well as a reminder of how little the quest for the “perfect” diet has changed.
