The Buzz about
the Anti-Estrogenic Diet and
the Warrior Diet

The Buzz about the Anti-Estrogenic Diet

First for Women October 22, 2007 – Cover Story "The Female Fat Cure"

Natural Living Magazine Recurring Column – Fall 2007 Issue – "Food and Survival"

Read Ori Hofmekler's interview with Newsmax.com/International

The Buzz about the Warrior Diet

Recent studies by Dr. Mark Mattson, Professor, Department of Neuroscience, Johns Hopkins University, and colleagues at the National Institute on Aging (2003) have shown that mice who followed intermittent fasting (one day fasting followed by overeating twice the amount of daily calories the next day) were surprisingly provided with substantial benefits including increased life span, reversal of diabetes, and increased resilience to age related brain damage. Researchers speculated that the cycle of fasting-overeating affects the brain similar to the way physical exercise affects muscles.

— Dr. Mark Mattson
Professor of Neuroscience Johns Hopkins University

An original, distinctive, and highly satisfying diet plan, The Warrior Diet is meant especially for those who pursue an active lifestyle.

— Midwest Book Review

In my quest for a lean, muscular body, I have seen practically every diet and suffered through most of them. It is also my business to help others with their fat loss programs. I am supremely skeptical of any eating plan or "diet" book that can't tell me how and why it works in simple language. Ori Hofmekler's The Warrior Diet does just this, with a logical, readable approach that provides grounding for his claims and never asks the reader to take a leap of faith. The Warrior Diet can be a very valuable weapon in the personal arsenal of any woman.

— DC Maxwell
2-time Women's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion,
Co-Owner, Maxercise Sports/Fitness Training Center and Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy East

I refuse to graze all day, I have better things to do. I choose The Warrior Diet.

— Pavel Tsatsouline
Author of Power to the People! and The Russian Kettlebell Challenge

In a era of decadence, where wants and desires are virtually limitless, Ori's vision recalls an age of warriors, where success meant survival and survival was the only option. A diet of the utmost challenge from which users will reap tremendous benefits.

— John Davies
Olympic and professional sports strength/speed coach

The credo that has served me well in my life and that which I tell my patients is that I only take advice from those who practice what they preach. To me, there is nothing more pathetic and laughable than to see the terrible physical condition of many of the self-proclaimed diet and fitness experts of today. Those hypocrites who do not live by their own words are not worth your time, or mine. At the other extreme, Ori Hofmekler is the living, breathing example of a warrior. There is real strength in the sinews of his muscle. There is wisdom and power in his words. His passion for living honestly is intense and reflective of the toil of a tough army life. Yet in a fascinating and true Spartan way, his physical nature is tempered by an equal reveling in the love of art, knowledge of the classic poets, and in the drinking of fine wine with good conversation. Welcome The Warrior Diet into your life and you usher in the honest and real values of a man who has truly walked the walk. He has treaded the dirt of the path that lay before you, and is thus a formidable guide to a new beginning. He is your shepherd of integrity that will lead you out of the bondage of misinformation. His approach is what I call "revolutionarily de–evolutionary". In other words, your freedom from excess body fat, flat energy levels, and poor physical performance begins with unlearning the modern ways, which have failed you, and forging a new understanding steeped in the secret traditions of the ancient Roman warrior.

— Carlon M. Colker, M.D., F.A.C.N.
Author of The Greenwich Diet, CEO and Medical Director, Peak Wellness, Inc.

"The Warrior Diet certainly defies so–called modern nutritional and training dogmas. Having met Ori on several occasions, I can certainly attest that he is the living proof that his system works. He maintains a ripped muscular body year round despite juggling extreme workloads and family life. His take on supplementation is refreshing as he promotes an integrated and timed approach. The Warrior Diet is a must read for the nutrition and training enthusiast who wishes to expand his horizons.

— Charles Poliquin
Author of The Poliquin Principles and Modern Trends in Strength Training
Three–Time Olympic Strength Coach

Ori Hofmekler has his finger on a deep, ancient and very visceral pulse–one that too many of us have all but forgotten. Part warrior–athlete, part philosopher romantic, Ori not only reminds us what this innate, instinctive rhythm is all about, he also shows us how to detect and rekindle it in our own bodies. His program challenges and guides each of us to fully reclaim for ourselves the strength, sinew, energy and spirit that humans have always been meant to possess.

— Pilar Gerasimo
Editor in Chief, Experience Life Magazine

I think of myself as a modern–day warrior; businessman, family man and competitive athlete. In the 2 years that I have been following The Warrior Diet, I have enjoyed the predators' advantage of freedom from the necessity of frequent feedings. I also benefit from the competitive edge of being a fat burning machine. My 12–yearold son, who is also a competitive athlete, has naturally gravitated towards The Warrior Diet. He is growing up lean, strong and healthy, unlike many of his peers, many of whom, even in this land of plenty, are overweight and frequently sick. Thank you, Ori, for writing The Warrior Diet.

— Stephen Maxwell, MS
2–time Brazilian Jiu–Jitsu World Champion, Co–Owner, Maxercise Sports/Fitness Training Center and Relson Gracie Jiu–Jitsu Academy East

At a certain age, I began to notice a change in my pre–competition training. The intense physical stress I put my body under started to leave me feeling burnt out after my workouts. I also suffered from frequent sugar crashes due to my Hypoglycemia. I would become irritated, light–headed and physically weak. I often became angry after training and I could not explain why. I was having a difficult time trying to figure out what and when to eat. This became a serious problem. Competing on an international level, proper diet and training are the bare necessities for peak performance. After meeting Ori he advised me on what and when to eat. Once I modified my diet my energy levels changed immediately. I was able to work harder through out my workouts. I no longer felt total fatigue after training. Ori and I are of one mind when it comes to functional training. In Martial Arts you must train every aspect of movement in order to perform well. Ori's advice had a direct effect on the way I trained for my two international titles this year. The information in The Warrior Diet will help you achieve the next level in training for the 21st century. It is the physical training along with the diet that will make a lasting impact on your life. I am deeply grateful for Ori's advice and the friendship we have established over the years.

— Sifu John R. Salgado
World Champion, Chinese Wrestling and Taiji Push Hands

Despite its name, The Warrior Diet isn't about leading a Spartan lifestyle, although it is about improving quality of life. With a uniquely compelling approach, the book guides you towards the body you want by re–awakening primal instinct and biofeedback the things that have allowed us to evolve this far.

Ironically, in a comfortable world of overindulgence, your survival may still be determined by natural selection. If this is the case, The Warrior Diet will be the only tool you'll need."

— Brian Batcheldor
Science writer/researcher, National Coach, British Powerlifting Team

Ori and I became friends and colleagues in 1997 when he so graciously took me under his wing as a writer for Penthouse Magazine and Mind and Muscle Power. When I received The Warrior Diet in the mail I nearly burst with pride. Not only because my dear friend had finally reached his particular goal of helping others be the best they can be physically, but because I had a small role in the creation of the book. Ori enlisted my help in researching topics such as the benefits of fasting, the perfect protein, and glycogen loading. I believe in Ori's concepts because I trust him wholeheartedly and because I helped uncover the scientific data that proves them. I also live by The Warrior Diet, although not to the extreme that Ori does. My body continues to get tighter and more toned in all of the right places...and people marvel at my eating practices. Read The Warrior Diet with an open mind. Digest the information at your own pace. Assimilate the knowledge to make it fit into your current lifestyle. You will be amazed at how much more productive and energetic you will be. Be a warrior in your own right. Your body will thank you for it.

— Laura Moore
Science writer, Penthouse Magazine, IronMan Magazine, Body of the Month for IronMan, Sept 2001,
Radio Talk Show Host The Health Nuts, author of Sex Heals

I met Ori Hofmekler a couple of years ago in a Japanese restaurant. It stunned me how much he ate that night. I had never seen anyone so lean eat like that. At the time, he was editor in chief of Mind & Muscle POWER magazine.
I had known of Ori's art for quite a while. His political satirical paintings always struck me as unique, bold, and thought provoking. They are often very funny. His images have stuck in my mind for years. To quote the late, great Joseph Heller, author of Catch–22 and numerous other classics: "Ori Hofmekler is a painter of great merit with tremendous wit, intelligence, and imagination. He is better at satirical political art than any other artist I know of at this time. His work deserves to be much better known and more widely enjoyed and treasured.

Breaking taboos, exposing lies, and punching holes in political "balloons" are all essential qualities for strong, effective satire. Real satire makes us laugh every time we're shown the naked (and often ugly) truth.

The Warrior Diet isn't satirical art, but the uncompromising integrity of its creator is evidenced here as well. This book is about the art of raw living. I find the concept of The Warrior Diet unique, and although it’s quite controversial, I believe it will create a revolution in people's lives. The Warrior Diet triggers and unleashes primal instincts within us, many of which have been inhibited or dulled. It endorses virtues such as feeling a sense of freedom, alertness, and possessing optimum mental and physical strength. It also redefines what it means to be a warrior, to be tough, and to be romantic. In other words, this isn't just a diet. It's a way of life, a renaissance of the spirit of raw living. Ori and I share a similar vision. We both believe that detoxification activates a natural self–healing process and should, therefore, be a top priority.

We both believe that there is a wisdom deep within us all that can guide us to live better, healthier lives. We both agree that consuming live (raw) foods and live enzymes is essential for your health, and affects the way you feel. While we naturally have our differences, they do not detract in any way from the overall effectiveness of his approach. Besides, all you have to do is meet Ori and you will quickly see the man is definitely onto something.

While reading Ori's The Warrior Diet, I realized that it all makes sense. Concepts such as the Warrior Cycle, the energy cycle – and his explanation of the interplay between materialism and dematerialism – shed new light on how we operate around the circadian clock. Time is an essential factor in The Warrior Diet. Ori calls this "the lost dimension," since the concept of time and cycles doesn’t play an important role in most other diets. (My original Fit For Life book was based on the circadian clock).

"Unleashing the power of your instincts" is a refrain that appears throughout the book. Ori is at his fascinating best when discussing our human primal instincts, be it the hunter/predator instinct versus the scavenger instinct, the instincts to survive and multiply, or the romantic instinct. Ori demonstrates how each instinct connects to the other and how they all relate to the Warrior Instinct.

This book is akin to a new "manifesto". It covers all aspects of life, including the instinctual connection between food and sex – a connection that penetrates to the core of human existence. Beyond all the unique and intriguing philosophy, vision, and ideas set forth, there is a very clearly defined diet here that I find to be most effective. "Lessons from History" explains how The Warrior Diet is based on the old traditions of ancient warriors, yet has been updated to be effective for the modern world. It's designed to allow for creativity and individuality, so you can follow its principles in your own unique way.

I find this diet to be as effective for women as it is for men, in spite of all the macho references. As a final note, I believe strongly in "what you see is what you get". Ori is living proof that The Warrior Diet works.

— Harvey Diamond
Author of Fit For Life

I believe that Ori Hofmekler is such a person. A true Renaissance Man, Ori went through Special Forces army training, has been a champion gymnast, a best–selling political artist, and a magazine editor and publisher. He combines formidable training in the physical and martial arts with broad–ranging erudition and a blazing intelligence. His scholarly interests span history, philosophy, literature, art, anthropology and nutritional science.

So, his Warrior Diet is not just about what to eat–the focus of traditional diet books–it's also about how to improve your life. The Warrior Diet represents one man’s quest for the Holy Grail of deeply engaged living. While many of Ori's ideas are startling, they are grounded firmly in history and science. Ori's genius is not only to reveal the secret behind the Roman and Greek warrior's astonishing prowess, but to demonstrate how we can replicate that prowess in modern times.

In The Warrior Diet, Ori teaches us how to trigger the "Warrior Instinct" – so we hunger for life. Ori teaches us to prowl by day–always ready "to pounce and seize". And Ori teaches us to kick back and compensate at night–relaxing, taking pleasure, enjoying our fruits. The miraculous result? A leaner, more muscular body, an enhanced sexual drive, a sharper mind and a healthier, better–looking body.

These are indeed big claims, but the author himself is a living testament to the power of his method. Ori lives his diet – and has the body, mind and energy to prove it. The man is a dynamo. His book is the product of many years of hard research and harder living. It is a wake–up call to all of us who have become tired, confused or disenchanted by the way we eat or live our lives. The Warrior Diet is about maximal engagement in the pleasures of raw living.

You can see I'm excited. This is the reason I'm in publishing – to find and bring you a vision like The Warrior Diet. It's my delight to offer you a book that can genuinely change your life for the better. Such books are few and far between. My suggestion: do The Warrior Diet for six months. And watch what happens to your body as well as every other area of your life. Ori will be the first to tell you to experiment. Your mind and body will know what works for you and what doesn't. Once you try the Warrior Diet, I believe you'll find it not only highly effective but also highly enjoyable. Better yet, the Warrior Diet offers what no other diet does – a sense of freedom, of release, of being in touch with life as it was meant to be lived. What more can you ask for?

— John Du Cane
Publisher, Dragon Door Publications

The Warrior Diet is an unusual book. It is a book without measurements, but with feeling. A book that encourages you to break rules to find passion. A book not written by academics who analyze everything, but by someone who trusts life and questions stupidity, and encourages you to do the same. This alone is reason to read The Warrior Diet.

Something in you already knows a lot about how you should live. Find, and listen to, and trust that instinct, author Ori Hofmekler tells you.

Experts have a nasty tendency to make what's natural and simple more complicated. They make their living by collecting rent on the insecurity they create by undermining your common sense. To do that, they snow you with big words.

In that regard, lucky for you, Ori is not an expert. He encourages you to live by an inner wisdom born of 3.5 billion years of development of creatures made from food and for activity–survival, reproduction, discovery, and joy.

You are endowed with a genetic program that knows how to build a healthy body. Do not poison that program with toxic synthetic man made molecules that have never been present in nature. Provide it with the building blocks it needs to build that body. How do you do that? Without getting technical, Ori encourages you to get there through interesting information, through tasty recipes for health, through exercise, through lifestyle, through ways of thinking, and through calling the sleeping warrior within you to awake.

Some of my favorite topics:

• Ori's description of the daily sympathetic–parasympathetic rhythm: light food during the day, when energy goes to external pursuits; the big meal in the evening, relaxed with friends, when the day's work is done. I love the simple logic of it, and it works in practice. Do big meals during the day make you feel lazy? Do light food during waking hours to keep you from getting tired while you need alertness for work? Does eating when you're hungry make food taste better? While you read, ask yourself such questions.
• The Warrior Instinct. Whatever you call it, this instinct within us is more reliable than thousands of half–baked rules imposed by half alive, double blind theoreticians. Rules serve the need to control, but most are out of line with your need for freedom to discover the truths of your own life.
• Your life is a warrior's path. Whether it is to hunt for food, protect your family, village, or country, or to conquer lies and establish truth, the full life has always been a warrior's life.
• The warrior's life involves goals. It has commitment. There is passion. It is heart–felt. It is conscious. You use your creativity. You question, and you build.
• A warrior's life gives expression to the basic, in–built striving to get better. Its confidence comes, not from memorizing, but from doing, observing, examining, arguing, learning, and improving. It is not 9–5, but goes an extra mile or an extra hour, inspired to accomplish goals because they are worthwhile.
• Romanticism: it is much more than a way to get other people to satisfy your sexual urges. It includes that, but also all that you do with passion and care for life.
• Rare in books about foods, there is wisdom in the pages of The Warrior Diet. Technicians write most food books, and Ori knows the techniques, but he shows you a possibility–a platform for living your life as well.
• Ori's style is easygoing. His sense of history is interesting. His psychology is common sense. His stories are simple and flow. He is flexible, and learns from all his activities. He does not judge.
• Ori talks about food, about ambience, about activity (exercise), about friendship, about lifestyle, about romanticism, and provides great recipes.
• The Warrior Diet is a book that talks to all of you–the whole person hidden inside. Read the book, think about what he says, try it, find out how it works for you, argue with him if you want, and discover more of who you are.

— Udo Erasmus
Author of Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill

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