Diagnosed with two forms of terminal cancer, S. Holmes set out on a journey to improve his health in his fight for survival. As his knowledge in health and weight loss grew, Holmes discovered a mound of unknown truths to losing weight and keeping it off. Now, he has compiled all he has learned to help others on their venture to look and feel great. A blend of memoir and health guide, A Definitive Guide to Your Health, Losing Excess Fat, Looking Great! is a valuable resource for anyone struggling to lose weight and feel better in their own skin. About the author S. Holmes was born and raised on a farm. Financially, his family was poor, but rich in resources from the farms. Holmes later left the farm and went into the US Navy and became a missile technician and ordnance mechanic. He was honorably discharged with a disability due to an accident. At one point in his life, he went into martial arts, Kung Fu, and placed third in a world competition. Holmes went to the gym for many years and aspired to be a professional body builder, but multiple injuries cut that dream short. He lectured on Microsoft Engineering at various schools and universities in the Washington, DC, area.