Nutrition Myths

Is a vegan diet healthier? Should I try going low carb? Is it always a bad idea to skip a meal? Are superfoods all they're cracked up to be? Is fat still bad for you? Can I eat to improve my chances of conceiving? Recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to nutrition, this...

What should we eat? It's a simple and fundamental question that still bewilders us despite a seemingly infinite amount of available information on which foods are best for our bodies. Scientists, dieticians, and even governments regularly publish research on the dangers of too much fat and sugar as well as on the benefits of exercise, and yet the global obesity crisis is only worsening. Most diet plans prove to be only short-term solutions, and few strategies work for everyone.

In this revolutionary weight-loss program informed by more than 1,200 scientific studies, fitness and diet expert Jonathan Bailor offers concrete evidence that the calorie-counting model of weight loss doesn't work. In fact, cutting-edge science supports a radically different approach to weight loss and health, proving that by focusing on food and exercise quality - rather than calorie quantity - you can burn fat and boost health more easily and enjoyably that you ever thought possible.

Forget everything you’ve ever been told about cellulite—it’s a myth! Ashley Black, fascia pioneer, and body guru to the stars, unveils never before known secrets to obliterating cellulite and changing your personal health paradigm. For years we’ve been conditioned to believe that cellulite is a fat problem, yet skinny girls have it, active girls have it, sedentary girls have it, curvy girls have it, older women have it and, guess what, so do younger women. In fact, 90% of women struggle with it...you are not alone! The appearance of fat is affected by the sticky webbing of tissue it’s housed in called fascia—which can be manipulated. Get ready for the most radical shift in health and beauty of the century! Obliterate cellulite, transform your body, and revolutionize your life!

Does Diet Coke really cause cancer? Are eggs healthy? Does alcohol stop fat burning? And what steps can you take to avoid obesity, diabetes and heart disease? In Saturated Facts, TikTok star Dr Idz, an NHS medic with a degree in nutritional research, debunks the myths that often go unchecked on social media and explores the cutting-edge science around some of the most exciting topics in diet and health.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Mark Hyman sorts through the conflicting research on food to give us the skinny on what to eat. Did you know that eating oatmeal actually isn't a healthy way to start the day? That milk doesn't build bones, and eggs aren't the devil? Even the most health...

A powerful exposé that reveals how “heart-healthy” seed oils have silently sabotaged our health—and how returning to real, natural fats can restore vitality, balance, and truth to the modern diet. For decades, we were told to trade butter for margarine, and lard for “vegetable oil.” We followed the experts’ advice—and paid the price. Chronic inflammation, obesity, heart disease, and fatigue have all skyrocketed since the so-called “healthy oils” took over our kitchens.

The Alzheimer's label too often generates fear, paranoia, and anxiety. It obscures the potential for vitality and wisdom that still exists in the graying years. By taking a closer look at what Alzheimer's is and isn't, Whitehouse offers hope to families as well as to those who suffer from a decline in their cognitive abilities.

From the bestselling author of Everything Fat Loss, Fat Loss Habits is a myth-busting, action-focused guide that will transform your relationship with food for good. Good habits are powerful. Repeated actions bring about change one step at a time, and help us ensure that these changes become...

Bring your yoga class sequencing to a new level with the inclusion of yoga mythology! This book gives you the methodology for creating single-asana inclusions, longer partial-class sequences, and and entire one-hour YM themed vinyasas, utilizing ancient yogic myths and fascinating stories. Three different approaches to YM presentations are discussed, along with samples of sequence planning notes.

Muscle Myths was written to debunk the most commonplace and harmful gimmicks, fads, myths, and misinformation in the health and fitness industry. With the information in this book, you can save the money, time, and frustration of buying into misleading diet plans and products that promise unattainable results. You can become your own personal trainer and start getting real results with your diet and exercise.

Unveiling "Clean Eating Made Easy," an enlightening and comprehensive roadmap for everyone seeking a healthier lifestyle. This invigorating new read dives deep into the world of clean eating, presenting innovative strategies and proven techniques for embarking on a nourishing and sustainable eating journey. Enter a world where food becomes your ally, not your enemy. In riveting chapters, this eBook deciphers the principles of clean eating, marrying the perplexing science behind nutrition with practical insights for an effective dietary overhaul. Dive into a treasure trove of knowledge, ...

Discover the freedom of sustainable weight loss and increased energy with Intermittent Fasting, even if you’ve struggled with traditional diets before. Have you been searching for a weight loss solution that actually works, without leaving you hungry or frustrated? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by complicated diets and calorie-counting misconceptions that seem impossible to maintain? Are you curious about how intermittent fasting could revolutionize your health and well-being, but worry it may not suit your lifestyle? If you answered yes, you're not alone. Intermittent fasting is ...

Think a Plant-Based Vegan Diet Means You’ll Be Deficient in Protein or B12? Or that it means sacrificing essential nutrients? You’ve Been Told Wrong. Confusion around vegan nutrition is everywhere—especially when it comes to protein, vitamin B12, and so-called “essential” nutrients. Many people hesitate to adopt a plant-based diet not because they doubt its ethics, but because they fear doing it wrong. This book cuts through misinformation and exaggeration to explain (clearly and practically) how nutrition actually works on a plant-based diet. This book exists to remove that fear ...

So-called government and health "authorities" never tire of reminding those of us who live in industrialized countries that heart disease is a major cause of death. They go even further when they tell us that heart disease is eminently preventable, all the while conceding that one's genetic background predetermines numerous factors with influence over each individual's risk of succumbing to heart attack. They tout that diet is a foremost factor among causes of heart disease and that modifying your diet provides a workable means of preventing heart attacks.

Leading a veterinary practice can seem like a daunting task, with too few hours in the day, too many petty management issues, and problems veterinarians at large practices don't seem to face. The E-Myth Veterinarian offers you a road map to create a veterinary practice that's self-sufficient, growing, and highly profitable. Take your practice to levels you didn't think possible with this unique guide!

Are you overwhelmed by conflicting health advice? From detox diets to "miracle" superfoods, the wellness industry is full of bold claims—but how much of it is actually true? In "Detoxing and Other Health Myths: The Truth Behind the Trends," we dive deep into the world of health fads, exposing the myths that mislead us and uncovering the science that truly matters. This book takes a critical yet accessible approach to debunking popular misconceptions, including: Do you really need eight glasses of water a day? Can detox diets actually cleanse your body? Is organic food always healthier? ...

Is a vegan diet healthier? Should I try going low-carb? Is it always a bad idea to skip a meal? Are superfoods all they're cracked up to be? Is fat still bad for you? Can I eat to improve my chances of conceiving? Recognising that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to nutrition, this...

What if the greatest misunderstanding in human health is not what we eat, but what our anatomy has always been telling us? In The Meat Effect, Jesse J. Jacoby & Anthony Lowther dismantle the cultural myths surrounding flesh consumption through the lens of physiology, biochemistry, microbiome ecology, and spiritual biology. This groundbreaking work reveals the measurable ways meat disrupts human biology, from endotoxins and acid load to hormonal imbalance, inflammation, vascular damage, and accelerated aging. Through poetic science and meticulous research, the authors show why the human body...

Every year, countless articles focus on Attention Deficit Disorder in childhood, but there isn’t nearly as much written about adult ADD/ADHD. That’s where Successful Adulting with ADHD comes in! This engaging collection combines three books from the Adults with ADD series by Live Well with ADD (and other neuro-differences),and it’s here to help you live your best life with ADHD. Packed with research-based insights about this brain difference, you'll discover valuable information you might have missed. The book kicks off with fantastic ways to keep your motivation high, whether you're ...