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angus_mckeogh's review against another edition
4.0
One of my patients recommended this to me. He said another doctor had told him it was a must read. More than making my personal diet healthier and less infused with sugar, I found the historic development of the American Diet much more telling. Pretty much every American that eats food should read this.
drusmilford's review against another edition
4.0
So, this book definitely makes me want to give up sugar. Right now I am feeling sick to my stomach. I bought a bunch of my favorite junk food and ate until I felt sick tonight. I no longer have any desire.... cannot wait for my healthy salad for lunch tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!
egould1's review against another edition
3.0
This wasn’t quite what I expected. The first half is filled with science and medical information that was more detailed than I needed. Most of the examples were about diabetes, when the subtitle implied the topic would be broader. The second half, about how to implement the author’s suggestions, wasn’t as helpful as I’d hoped.
peripetia's review against another edition
1.0
That sure was an experience. Unlike many other reviewers, I wasn't bothered by the scientific approach of the first part of the book. In fact, that was the strongest part. No, actually, it was the only part with any merit in my opinion. The writer is a podiatrist and knows about nerves, great, but the absolute arrogance of this man is astounding. Not only does he discredit all other professionals, he is very confident in his own knowledge and skills. I'm not a nutrionist or a dietician any more than this guy, but I can't help but think that most of his wisdom is absolute rubbish.
I would not recommend this to anyone - it's a terrible book in every way - but I've found it hard to find any reasonable (that is, not alarmist and extremist) books on the subject, and I probably won't. Maybe I will find one that is better written, and by an actual expert in the subject, although I am not holding my breath.
I would not recommend this to anyone - it's a terrible book in every way - but I've found it hard to find any reasonable (that is, not alarmist and extremist) books on the subject, and I probably won't. Maybe I will find one that is better written, and by an actual expert in the subject, although I am not holding my breath.
flosch's review against another edition
2.0
When we are fucking up and feel like shit, we reach for anything that makes you believe you have found an answer...
lipsticktoliterature's review against another edition
5.0
Very informative
The book was very easy to read and understand. It was more like you were having a conversation with a friend. I really enjoyed this book. Kudos to the author.
The book was very easy to read and understand. It was more like you were having a conversation with a friend. I really enjoyed this book. Kudos to the author.
alaina_difiore's review against another edition
1.0
There is some good, factual info in this book: details about the destructive influence of both Big Agra and Big Pharma on the American lifestyle, and the idea that changing your diet can quite literally save your life. But the author also gives credence to some ideas that are less than factual: leaky gut syndrome, adrenal fatigue, and worst of all, Joseph Mercola and the ketogenic diet.
All written in a defensive style that seems to shame the very people it's purporting to want to help.
Skip this one and find the TED talks on the same topics that give you the information in a shorter, more pleasant format.
All written in a defensive style that seems to shame the very people it's purporting to want to help.
Skip this one and find the TED talks on the same topics that give you the information in a shorter, more pleasant format.
jessreads82's review against another edition
3.0
Nothing revolutionary here. Basically a run down of ailments that are likely made worse by sugar. Very little info on how to actually maintain a sugar free lifestyle. At one point he even said “you’re an adult, figure it out.” Many other better books about this subject, including Molly Carmel’s Breaking up with Sugar
zooegirlll's review against another edition
2.0
this man tried to argue that American men live longer than Japanese men because of the American high fat diet, when in reality the years of functional health in old age are much higher in Japanese men than American men. For example, American men may live longer, but they suffer an average of 7+ more years of not being able to walk on their own, suffering from dementia and heart disease. (Read How Not to Die by Dr. Greger -- he actually cities scientific sources and studies unlike this book which relies on medical jargon to make people think he knows what he's talking about).
I strongly agree that sugar and simple carbs should be limited and definitely agree with his findings about the connection between nerve damage and sugar consumption... but a high-fat, high animal product diet is not only detrimental to the body but also for the environment as well. Gross.
Also I find it extremely ironic that he says we shouldn't consume honey because honey bees are essential to the environment ... but has ZERO issue with animal products lmaoooo
I strongly agree that sugar and simple carbs should be limited and definitely agree with his findings about the connection between nerve damage and sugar consumption... but a high-fat, high animal product diet is not only detrimental to the body but also for the environment as well. Gross.
Also I find it extremely ironic that he says we shouldn't consume honey because honey bees are essential to the environment ... but has ZERO issue with animal products lmaoooo