Good Calories, Bad Calories: Challenging the Conventional Wisdom on Diet, Weight Control, and Disease

Gary Taubes

September 25, 2007

Good Calories, Bad Calories: Challenging the Conventional Wisdom on Diet, Weight Control, and Disease by Gary Taubes is an eye-opening exploration into nutrition and health. The book dives deep into the nutritional science of the past century and analyzes diet trends to uncover the effects on the body. Taubes uses extensive research and his extensive knowledge to prove his hypothesis that diets high in carbohydrates and low in fat are the root cause of many lifestyle-related modern diseases such as obesity and diabetes. Throughout the book, Taubes reveals the issues connected to carbohydrates and focused mainly on sugar and refined grains, which dietary guidelines and health organizations typically recommend. He explains that today's conventional approach to understanding nutrition is flawed and should be revisited for the sake of public health. The book also addresses research regarding how diet and food can actually reduce risk and reverse certain chronic conditions. The narrative provides an engaging dialogue between the reader and Taubes and will educate anyone who is looking to educate and empower themselves with the facts surrounding nutrition. Good Calories, Bad Calories: Challenging the Conventional Wisdom on Diet, Weight Control, and Disease is an essential read for anyone wanting to finally reach their ideal weight, become more informed about the health-related topics, and break free from the cycle of dieting.