Career:
– In 1997, attempted to improve the health of Hawaii citizens by involving Governor Ben Cayetano and prominent community members in promoting his diet.
– Created Zippys Shintani Cuisine Program in 2000, serving over 900,000 low-fat, no-cholesterol meals.
– Influenced by the macrobiotic diet.
– Authored “The Good Carbohydrate Revolution” in 2003, a high-carb low-fat fad diet.
– Designated a Living Treasure of Hawaii in 2006 for lifelong service to the community.
Honors:
– Designated a Living Treasure of Hawaii in 2006 for contributions in medicine, law, healing arts, and cultural preservation.
– Received the Distinguished Alumnus Award in 1999 from the University of Hawai‘i Alumni Association.
References:
– Recognized in various publications like “One Meal at a Time,” “Hawaii Diet,” and “Poi, the Root of All Hawaii.”
– Honored in the Honolulu Advertiser and Star Bulletin.
– Featured in academic works like “Physical Education for Lifelong Fitness.”
Affiliations:
– President and founding president of the Hawaii Health Foundation.
– Co-founder of the clinic of the Department of Complementary and Integrative Medicine at the University of Hawaii School of Medicine.
– Holds positions such as CEO of the International Holistic Therapy Association and Chair of the Advisory Board of the Gandhi International Institute of Peace.
– President of the Board of the Hawaii Center for Attitudinal Healing.
– Member of various councils and advisory boards related to health and lifestyle.
Legacy:
– Recognized as a significant figure in Hawaii’s history and health community.
– Contributions to promoting health and well-being in Hawaii.
– Established programs and initiatives focused on healthy living.
– Mentor and influencer in the field of diet and wellness.
– Active involvement in community service and cultural preservation.
Terry Shintani (born 1951) is an American physician, nutritionist and author from Hawaii who advocates for whole food plant-based nutrition. Shintani is best known for his books, which include, Eat More, Weigh Less Diet (1993), The Hawaii Diet (2000), The Good Carbohydrate Revolution (2003) and The Peace Diet (2014). He promotes a high-carbohydrate vegan diet influenced by the cuisine of Hawaii.
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| Born | 1951 |
| Occupation | Physician |
In 2006, he became one of the Living Treasures of Hawaii, for his contributions to the community.