Information Compiled By Nick Delgado, Ph.D.
Nick Delgado, Ph.D., in Health Science is a medical researcher based in Southern California.  He is the President of the Asian Academy of Anti-Aging, and former Director of the Pritikin Program.  He was guest speaker at Tony Robbins', Mastery University for seven years, 1992-98. A frequent guest on radio and TV talk shows, he has authored eight books, including the current release Grow Young and Slim, November, 2000, $21.95 Plus $4 shipping.  Grow Young and Slim includes specific methods and guidelines to help you slow or reverse decline associated with aging.

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