In this one-of-a-kind book, Dr. Rovenia M. Brockknown as Dr. Ro to fans of Black Entertainment Televisions Heart & Soulreveals practical, satisfying ways for African American women to eat healthy, get fit, and overcome weight problems and the health risks that accompany them.From the Big Ten myths about miracle weight-loss diets to how eating the right foods can help you live longer and why soul food (if prepared properly) really can be good for you, Dr. Ro shows how many serious illnesses can be largely preventedand even reversed. And you dont need Oprahs salary to do it. Using her own inspiring story and those of many other women as well, Dr. Ro discusses the health, fitness, and even cultural issues that are unique to black women, and outlines a diet and nutrition program to fit every lifestyle.From the Hardcover edition.