Best Nutrition Books

This book tackles the issue of how our diets have become increasingly unhealthy due to the prevalence of processed foods and confusing nutritional advice. Michael Pollan’s manifesto provides a simple answer to the question of what we should eat: “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” Pollan shows how adopting this approach to eating can improve our health and bring pleasure back to mealtimes. He is a trusted food expert whose other books have been highly acclaimed.

This informative guide explores how changing your diet and lifestyle can dramatically reduce the risk of premature death. Through examining the top fifteen causes of death in America, the author delves into the scientific evidence behind how nutritional and lifestyle interventions can prevent and even reverse disease-related deaths. By following the practical advice and daily checklist provided, readers will discover which foods to add to their diet and which lifestyle changes to make to live a longer and healthier life.

Discover the clear-cut science behind reducing your risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes with this bestselling book. The China Study is a groundbreaking investigation into the relationship between diet and disease, based on the most comprehensive study of its kind ever undertaken. Authors T. Colin Campbell and his son Tom shed light on the dangers of a diet high in animal protein and the unparalleled health benefits of a whole foods, plant-based diet. This revised and expanded edition features new content and updated information on the power of a plant-based diet, making it a must-read for anyone interested in their health and well-being.

Discover the secrets of diets from around the world that have kept people healthy and disease-free for generations in this bestselling book from physician and biochemist Cate Shanahan. Based on her extensive research and personal experience, the book offers a prescriptive plan for "The Human Diet," which includes 4 key nutritional strategies such as fresh food and organ meats. With the latest discoveries in the field of epigenetics, Deep Nutrition shows how your diet and lifestyle can alter your DNA and improve your overall health, from improving mood to building stronger bones and younger, smoother skin.

Discover the importance of whole food nutrition and the risks of a processed diet with this epic study. Renowned dentist Weston Price and his wife traveled the world for nearly a decade, searching for the secret to health. Focusing on healthy individuals, Price observed perfect dental arches, minimal tooth decay, and excellent health in those who ate indigenous foods. However, when these people were introduced to modernized foods, signs of degeneration became evident. Featuring hundreds of photos, Nutrition and Physical Degeneration reveals the ancestral wisdom of health and nutrition.

Explore the complex world of food and discover the answer to the age-old question, "What should we have for dinner?" Follow author Michael Pollan on a journey through food chains, from industrial to organic to foraging, and uncover the profound implications of our eating choices for the environment, our health, and even our survival as a species. With a unique blend of personal and investigative journalism, Pollan delves into the origins of our food and reveals what we unwittingly ingest, while offering visionary solutions to our national eating disorder. Beautifully written and thrillingly argued, The Omnivore's Dilemma is a must-read for anyone interested in the politics and pleasure of eating.

Discover the truth about why we get fat in this essential guide to nutrition and weight management by Gary Taubes. Taubes presents fresh evidence and reveals the bad nutritional science of the last century, including the damaging "calories-in, calories-out" model. He also answers persistent questions about exercise, genetics, and food choices. With a persuasive and practical approach, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to maintain a healthy weight.

Learn the truth about healthy eating and how you can live better and longer with this bestselling book by Dr. Walter Willett. Drawing on cutting-edge research, Dr. Willett explains why the USDA guidelines have gotten it wrong and provides solid recommendations for eating healthfully. Discover the best types of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to choose from, the importance of controlling weight for a long, healthy life, and how to choose wisely between different types of food groups and supplements. With simple menu plans and tasty recipes, this book is an important resource for every family.

This groundbreaking book challenges the conventional wisdom on diet, weight, and disease. Through seven years of research, the author reveals that almost everything we believe about nutrition is wrong. The problem lies in refined carbohydrates and sugars, which have long-term effects on insulin and fat accumulation. This book offers a new perspective on good and bad calories, with examples of foods that can be eaten without restraint and those that stimulate excessive insulin secretion. With precise references to existing clinical studies, the author leads us to the conclusion that the only healthy way to lose weight and remain lean is to eat fewer carbohydrates or to change the type of carbohydrates we eat. A must-read for anyone looking to redefine their understanding of nutrition and health.

Discover the science-based approach to prenatal nutrition with Real Food for Pregnancy. Lily Nichols, RDN, CDE, provides clear answers on what to eat and why, with research to back up every recommendation. Learn how to bridge the gap between current prenatal nutrition recommendations and what foods are required for optimal health in pregnancy and for your baby s development. This comprehensive resource will guide you to make confident food and lifestyle choices for a smooth, healthy pregnancy.