Joseph C. Piscatella

Author Joseph C. Piscatella has been a keen observer of
American eating habits since 1977, when emergency open-heart
surgery at the age of 32 forced him to recognize the
intimate connection between dietary habits and overall
health. His successful recovery and determination to make
adjustment in his own lifestyle and diet inspired a new
career as an active proponent of healthy lifestyle changes.
As president of the Institute for Fitness and Health, Inc.
in Tacoma, Washington, he lectures extensively to a variety
of clients, including medical organizations, corporations
and professional associations, and is a consultant on major
wellness projects for Fortune 500 companies, the U.S. Army,
U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force. Cited in Time for their
practicality and effectiveness, his seminars deal with the
management of lifestyle habits to increase health, longevity
and productivity. Mr. Piscatella is the only non-medical
member of the National Institute of Health Cardiac
Rehabilitation Expert Panel, which develops clinical
practice guidelines for physicians. He is also a member of
the Association for Worksite Health Promotion, the American
Association of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, and the
National Wellness Association.