Marilyn Diamond, Who Wrote a Blockbuster Diet Book, Dies at 81

Marilyn Diamond, co-author of the bestselling diet book "Fit for Life," has passed away at the age of 81. The book, written with her husband Harvey, promoted a vegetarian, raw food-based approach to health and weight loss, emphasizing good nutrition over calorie counting. "Fit for Life" was a commercial success in the 1980s, but faced criticism from some medical professionals who questioned its scientific validity. The book advocated for a diet that avoided certain food combinations, claiming they could improve digestion and lead to weight loss. While the book's holistic approach resonated with many readers, some experts argued that its claims were not supported by robust scientific evidence. Despite the controversy, "Fit for Life" remained a popular and influential work in the realm of alternative health and wellness. Marilyn Diamond's passing marks the end of an era for a dietary philosophy that challenged conventional wisdom, even as it drew both devoted followers and skeptical scrutiny from the medical community.