Book Review: LIES My Doctor Told Me

Some advice from your doctor may be based on faulty research or broad generalizations. The author tackles several “lies” including fat, cholesterol, wheat, food pyramid, exercise, antibiotics, calories, kidney stones, thyroid, vitamin D, fiber, and many more. While additional resources are proposed for the reader to further explore, I wish all of the studies and references had been cited and included. It provides a good surface-level explanation on a wide-range of misconceptions.

Go to LinkedIn for my complete review. 

Berry, K., MD, FAAFP. (2019). Lies my doctor told me: Medical myths that can harm your health. Las Vegas: Victory Belt Publishing, Inc.

 

Book Review: Hangry

This book is a lot to handle...even for a nutritionist. I enjoyed the information about the five main hormones and I think the five-pillar solution is solid. It makes sense: (1) Find and commit to what works for you; (2) Opt-out of overwhelm; (3) Full-engagement living; (4) Be your best friend; (5) Be who you are. 

The hard part is implementing it via diet, exercise, meditation, sleep, and stress management. I don't agree with all of the suggestions, such as avoiding fatty meats, not weighing yourself, and the long list of supplement recommendations; however, starting with a paleo diet is great advice. The authors plainly state that this book covers it all--so be prepared for comprehensive and detailed chapters. It is a lot to get through and probably requires help from your doctor, nutritionist, health coach, therapist, etc. 

Go to LinkedIn for my complete review. 

Fragoso, S. and Kalanick, B. (2019). Hangry: 5 simple steps to balance your hormones and restore your joy. New York: St. Martin’s Press. 

Book Review: Craveable Keto Cookbook

This is more than a cookbook. Kyndra Holley shares her story and delivers information and resources in a way that is relatable and comprehensive. The amount of tips, tricks, and techniques that are packed into this book is impressive. I recommend this book for the keto newbie.

Check out my full book review on LinkedIn for an overview and golden nuggets.

Holley, K. (2018). Craveable keto cookbook: Your low-carb, high-fat roadmap to weight loss and wellness. Las Vegas: Victory Belt Publishing, Inc. 

Book Review: Feeding You Lies

Before you unwrap that food and ingest, you may want to ask yourself: what are the ingredients, are these ingredients nutritious, and where do these ingredients come from. I recommend this book and appreciate all of Vani Hari's efforts to make our food safer for our health and environment.

The book is full of well-documented research. You don’t have to read it cover-to-cover; you can skip around to the areas that interest you. The 48-hour toxin takedown is not complicated and thoroughly explained. The author (founder of FoodBabe.com) inspires you to do your part, vote with your wallet, and get involved where and when you can. The best resource is the Appendix, with all questionable ingredients identified and explained. 

Check out my full book review on LinkedIn for an overview and golden nuggets.


Hari, V. (2019). Feeding You Lies: How to unravel the food industry's playbook and reclaim your health. New York City: Hay House, Inc.

Book Review: What I Eat

Eighty people from around the globe share their narrative and what they typically eat on an ordinary day. The authors traveled to 30 countries and more than a dozen U.S. states to meticulously capture food intake, calories, age, activity level, height, weight, and most importantly, their stories.

I highly recommend this book for all nutritionists and foodies alike.

Check out my book review on LinkedIn for an overview and golden nuggets.

Menzel, P. and D’Aluisio, F. (2010). What I eat: Around the world in 80 diets. New York: Ten Speed Press.

Book Review: The Complete Ketogenic Diet for Beginners

This book is written for someone who is considering the ketogenic diet. It is easy-to-read and prescriptive without being overwhelming. If you are already following this keto lifestyle, you probably will not glean much new information. This is like a keto 101 book.

Check out my book review on LinkedIn for an overview and some golden nuggets.

Ramos, A. (2016). The complete ketogenic diet for beginners: Your essential guide to living the keto lifestyle. Berkeley: Rockridge Press.

Book Review: Outer Order, Inner Calm

Gretchen Rubin suggests that for most people, outer order contributes to inner calm. The book is replete with over 100 ideas to bring order and organization into our lives and make us happier. In essence, by getting rid of things we don’t use, need, or love, we make room for what we truly value. I highly recommend! Check out my book review on LinkedIn for an overview and some golden nuggets.

Rubin, G. (2019). Outer order, inner calm: declutter and organize to make more room for happiness. New York: Harmony Books.