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I have read a *lot* of books about plant-based eating because I'm a nerd and because it helps me eat the way I know I should. So it's saying something when I say that this book is different. Other books present mountains of research about plant-based eating being correlated with all sorts of great health, and that was enough for me to change my diet. But this book takes you inside the why and how it works, and that was fascinating to me.
This would also be a fantastic book for anyone who is interested in the microbiome, and for anyone who has gut problems. The diet and lifestyle recommendations the author (a gastroenterologist) gives in the second half of the book are focused toward helping people with gut problems.
If you like this book, check out the podcasts the author has done with PCRM on YouTube. They're great!
This would also be a fantastic book for anyone who is interested in the microbiome, and for anyone who has gut problems. The diet and lifestyle recommendations the author (a gastroenterologist) gives in the second half of the book are focused toward helping people with gut problems.
If you like this book, check out the podcasts the author has done with PCRM on YouTube. They're great!
There is SO MUCH good information in this book. Dr. B breaks it down perfectly! As someone who has had to rebuild their gut twice, this book would have been amazing in the process!!
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Great for people looking for more evidence and science based info on the plant-based diet
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When I started reading it, seemed like pseudo-science bs. Evidently that's just his writing style because I looked for scientific critiques but only found complaints that it's a watered down (or too science-y, or not science-y enough) version of How Not to Die, but written like a marketing ploy. At the end of EVERY chapter, the book says that the bibliography is on the website and that is not true - I had to email to get it. I didn't care to check his sources, but feels like he either is hiding it or doesn't care that much about scientific accuracy or peer review.
"Fiber Fueled" is a guide to improving gut health through a plant-based diet rich in fiber. Dr. Bulsiewicz, a gastroenterologist, argues that the key to a healthy gut microbiome is a diet that is high in fiber and diverse in plant-based foods. He presents the latest scientific research on the gut microbiome and offers practical advice on how to transition to a plant-based diet and optimize gut health.
Here are some key ideas I've taken away from "Fiber Fueled":
1. The gut microbiome plays a critical role in overall health and well-being, influencing everything from digestion and metabolism to immune function and mental health.
2. A diet that is high in fiber and diverse in plant-based foods can improve gut health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
3. Transitioning to a plant-based diet can be challenging but is achievable with the right mindset and support.
4. To optimize gut health, it's important to eat a wide variety of plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds.
5. Prebiotic fibers, found in foods like onions, garlic, leeks, and asparagus, are particularly beneficial for promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
6. Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and miso can also improve gut health by introducing beneficial bacteria into the gut.
7. Plant-based diets can be rich in all the nutrients the body needs, including protein, iron, calcium, and vitamin B12 if properly planned.
8. By improving gut health through a plant-based diet, individuals can lose weight, reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and boost energy and mood.
Here are some key ideas I've taken away from "Fiber Fueled":
1. The gut microbiome plays a critical role in overall health and well-being, influencing everything from digestion and metabolism to immune function and mental health.
2. A diet that is high in fiber and diverse in plant-based foods can improve gut health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
3. Transitioning to a plant-based diet can be challenging but is achievable with the right mindset and support.
4. To optimize gut health, it's important to eat a wide variety of plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds.
5. Prebiotic fibers, found in foods like onions, garlic, leeks, and asparagus, are particularly beneficial for promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
6. Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and miso can also improve gut health by introducing beneficial bacteria into the gut.
7. Plant-based diets can be rich in all the nutrients the body needs, including protein, iron, calcium, and vitamin B12 if properly planned.
8. By improving gut health through a plant-based diet, individuals can lose weight, reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and boost energy and mood.
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