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I would really like to suggest that you read this book. In fact, I want you to read it so much that I'm not even going to bother to take the time to figure out how to do an affiliate link for it, because that would mean I probably wouldn't actually get around to writing about it.
It is full of nutrition wisdom that makes so much intuitive sense, it's striking. What's most remarkable, though, is that it strikes at the heart of pretty much everything you've heard about nutrition and food for the past 15 years – like the idea that saturated fat causes heart disease, and low-fat dairy products are better for you. (And yes, it's well researched.)
If you've ever wondered why your supposedly healthy diet doesn't leave you feeling all that vibrant, or if you've ever lamented that the foods you think you're "supposed" to eat aren't actually all that satisfying, you might find your answers here. And really, it's nothing shocking. The basic idea is that we should eat like our anscestors did – because food is best for us in its least-processed form. Surprise surprise.
Be prepared to be challenged, if you're really attached to your ideas about diet. But also be prepared for the delightful experience of really enjoying tasty, nourishing food, that doesn't require a pep talk to cook or eat.
I'd love to hear your thoughts if you do decide to read it!
Great Book
Wed, 2008-05-28 20:59 — Tucker (not verified)Read it a couple of years ago. I've been eating using this approach for years but mybiggest mistake was not being strict enough. Now I've got a very common medical condition (diverticulosis) that's caused by eating too much processed foods.
Diabetes is another such condition. And the diet that one needs to follow for either one is basically to cut out the processed foods, and get plenty of excercise.
So read the book, and enjoy the 'diet'. You'll be happy you did.