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I like that he backs up his claims with studies humans participated in and provides examples. As someone insulin resistant who did an 800 diet before with excellent results and didn’t know how to maintain, this was motivating and helpful.
Very empowering and encouraging message of the power of intermittent fasting. Well researched with Mosley trying all the experiments himself and is living evidence of all the health benefits the fast 800 brings. Written concisely and not a long winded book but straight to the point. I can't wait to try it all myself.
informative
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My doctor and I have been discussing and having me follow an Intermittent Fasting plan as well as focusing on a Mediterranean diet for the past few months.
I was happy to see that this book followed much of the same guidelines giving me reassurance of its validity. I did however find it a cause for concern to be encouraged to limit your caloric intake to 800 calories for at least 2 weeks and up to 12 weeks. I am no doctor, but this does not sound particularly healthy.
I also found it interesting that the author keeps encouraging a Mediterranean focused diet, but so many of the recipes include cured pork. I have never seen any outlines of the Med diet that encourage cured meats. They are typically fish and poultry focused.
While I did find a handful of the recipes fit my lifestyle and tastes, there were only a handful. I suppose my final takeaway is, I would discuss with your doctor before diving into this way of dieting.
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I was happy to see that this book followed much of the same guidelines giving me reassurance of its validity. I did however find it a cause for concern to be encouraged to limit your caloric intake to 800 calories for at least 2 weeks and up to 12 weeks. I am no doctor, but this does not sound particularly healthy.
I also found it interesting that the author keeps encouraging a Mediterranean focused diet, but so many of the recipes include cured pork. I have never seen any outlines of the Med diet that encourage cured meats. They are typically fish and poultry focused.
While I did find a handful of the recipes fit my lifestyle and tastes, there were only a handful. I suppose my final takeaway is, I would discuss with your doctor before diving into this way of dieting.
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
this was interesting! definitely going to take on some of these ideas (the med diet which is basically what i eat anyway, possibly 5:2/6:1 within reason) but there is no way i am ever going to eat only 800 calories a day because life is too short and food is amazing
Excellent and informative.
Dr Michael Mosley is a motivated professional health practitioner. In this book he draws on scientific research to support dietary suggestions for those with diabetes mellitus. Therefore, the underlying trope is to improve health for those who have tried many other means of solving this and other health problems. His own experience with Type 2 diabetes (and pre-diabetes) set him on the path to discover ways to improve the prognosis. On the way, he uncovers some interesting (and innovative) science regarding dementia, PCOS, hypertension, and other diseases so prevalent in the industrial world and modern society.
Mosley's writing is informal but every claim he makes is backed up by real science.
The recipe section is comprehensive with some illustrations to show the reader what "800 calories" looks like on the plate.
Dr Michael Mosley is a motivated professional health practitioner. In this book he draws on scientific research to support dietary suggestions for those with diabetes mellitus. Therefore, the underlying trope is to improve health for those who have tried many other means of solving this and other health problems. His own experience with Type 2 diabetes (and pre-diabetes) set him on the path to discover ways to improve the prognosis. On the way, he uncovers some interesting (and innovative) science regarding dementia, PCOS, hypertension, and other diseases so prevalent in the industrial world and modern society.
Mosley's writing is informal but every claim he makes is backed up by real science.
The recipe section is comprehensive with some illustrations to show the reader what "800 calories" looks like on the plate.
Pretty good scientifically backed advice. I’m convinced and willing to give it a go. If my experience matches the average claims then a fifth star will be on its way.
Watch this space; here we go.
Over two stone lost (over 30 lbs), thats more than 14kgs. Lost over 3 months and has remained off now for over six months. So yes that must be a fifth star ⭐️ I guess.
Watch this space; here we go.
Over two stone lost (over 30 lbs), thats more than 14kgs. Lost over 3 months and has remained off now for over six months. So yes that must be a fifth star ⭐️ I guess.
fast-paced
Clearly and convincingly sets out the scientific research which (assuming it’s true) can help you maximise your health – Time Restricted Eating, Intermittent Fasting and HIIT. I don’t think it works so well as a ‘diet book’ – the recipes and menus are too limited – but that’s not why I read it anyway.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.
informative
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medium-paced