flosch's review against another edition
2.0
When we are fucking up and feel like shit, we reach for anything that makes you believe you have found an answer...
lipsticktoliterature's review against another edition
5.0
Very informative
The book was very easy to read and understand. It was more like you were having a conversation with a friend. I really enjoyed this book. Kudos to the author.
The book was very easy to read and understand. It was more like you were having a conversation with a friend. I really enjoyed this book. Kudos to the author.
alaina_difiore's review against another edition
1.0
There is some good, factual info in this book: details about the destructive influence of both Big Agra and Big Pharma on the American lifestyle, and the idea that changing your diet can quite literally save your life. But the author also gives credence to some ideas that are less than factual: leaky gut syndrome, adrenal fatigue, and worst of all, Joseph Mercola and the ketogenic diet.
All written in a defensive style that seems to shame the very people it's purporting to want to help.
Skip this one and find the TED talks on the same topics that give you the information in a shorter, more pleasant format.
All written in a defensive style that seems to shame the very people it's purporting to want to help.
Skip this one and find the TED talks on the same topics that give you the information in a shorter, more pleasant format.
jessreads82's review against another edition
3.0
Nothing revolutionary here. Basically a run down of ailments that are likely made worse by sugar. Very little info on how to actually maintain a sugar free lifestyle. At one point he even said “you’re an adult, figure it out.” Many other better books about this subject, including Molly Carmel’s Breaking up with Sugar
zooegirlll's review against another edition
2.0
this man tried to argue that American men live longer than Japanese men because of the American high fat diet, when in reality the years of functional health in old age are much higher in Japanese men than American men. For example, American men may live longer, but they suffer an average of 7+ more years of not being able to walk on their own, suffering from dementia and heart disease. (Read How Not to Die by Dr. Greger -- he actually cities scientific sources and studies unlike this book which relies on medical jargon to make people think he knows what he's talking about).
I strongly agree that sugar and simple carbs should be limited and definitely agree with his findings about the connection between nerve damage and sugar consumption... but a high-fat, high animal product diet is not only detrimental to the body but also for the environment as well. Gross.
Also I find it extremely ironic that he says we shouldn't consume honey because honey bees are essential to the environment ... but has ZERO issue with animal products lmaoooo
I strongly agree that sugar and simple carbs should be limited and definitely agree with his findings about the connection between nerve damage and sugar consumption... but a high-fat, high animal product diet is not only detrimental to the body but also for the environment as well. Gross.
Also I find it extremely ironic that he says we shouldn't consume honey because honey bees are essential to the environment ... but has ZERO issue with animal products lmaoooo
reliablepat's review against another edition
3.0
I thought the information about sugar and the damage it causes the human body was excellent. I do not believe eating fat is the answer. In fact, I know fat is half the problem when it comes to obesity and diabetes. Sugar is the other half of the equation.
A high carb low fat unprocessed vegan diet seems to lead to health and longevity. Read Dr. McDougall, Dr. Esselstyn, Dr. Barnard, Dr. Campbell, and other plant-based doctors to learn and understand the science behind the high carb low fat vegan lifestyle. And for goodness's sake, please do not put butter in your coffee!
A high carb low fat unprocessed vegan diet seems to lead to health and longevity. Read Dr. McDougall, Dr. Esselstyn, Dr. Barnard, Dr. Campbell, and other plant-based doctors to learn and understand the science behind the high carb low fat vegan lifestyle. And for goodness's sake, please do not put butter in your coffee!
colleenoakes's review against another edition
2.0
I can't stress enough how disappointing this book was. Not only was it very dry - filled with credible science, yes, absolutely - but the entire concept was explained in such a formulaic, academic, and unrelatable way that made reading the book painful.
Normally, as an author on Goodreads, I don't review books that I don't enjoy. There is no reason to. However, for this book I'll make an exception: I felt that the author was condescending, cruel and often flippant when talking about people's struggles. When I got through the first section, the message: sugar is BAD FOR YOU, I was really looking forward to the second half of the book, which said it would be helpful to those wanting to come off sugar.
Would you like to know how the author went off sugar? Well, he just DID it. No struggle, no explanation, no understandable stories for those of us who are currently on the sugar train. He just quit. And it was easy, cold turkey, you should be able to as well, duh, you fat idiots. The struggle of actually giving up sugar is treated with little more than a sentence.
And for those who struggle, for those who strive, hearing a shrug is the worst thing possible.
It made me so angry. If someone is picking up this book, not only do they deserve an engaging read, but they also deserve more than "I just did it. It was easy if you really want to change your life." This is another weapon in the shame cannon, already locked and loaded at anyone struggling with weight. This doctor, it seems is very fond of the stern lecture for people who just don't get it.
While I am sure Jacoby is an gifted doctor - and it sounds like he truly is - this book left me feeling even sadder than when I started, rather then motivated to change my life. It reminded me that most doctors who see patients struggling with these sort of things see them as objects they need to fix and degrade, rather than people.
Normally, as an author on Goodreads, I don't review books that I don't enjoy. There is no reason to. However, for this book I'll make an exception: I felt that the author was condescending, cruel and often flippant when talking about people's struggles. When I got through the first section, the message: sugar is BAD FOR YOU, I was really looking forward to the second half of the book, which said it would be helpful to those wanting to come off sugar.
Would you like to know how the author went off sugar? Well, he just DID it. No struggle, no explanation, no understandable stories for those of us who are currently on the sugar train. He just quit. And it was easy, cold turkey, you should be able to as well, duh, you fat idiots. The struggle of actually giving up sugar is treated with little more than a sentence.
And for those who struggle, for those who strive, hearing a shrug is the worst thing possible.
It made me so angry. If someone is picking up this book, not only do they deserve an engaging read, but they also deserve more than "I just did it. It was easy if you really want to change your life." This is another weapon in the shame cannon, already locked and loaded at anyone struggling with weight. This doctor, it seems is very fond of the stern lecture for people who just don't get it.
While I am sure Jacoby is an gifted doctor - and it sounds like he truly is - this book left me feeling even sadder than when I started, rather then motivated to change my life. It reminded me that most doctors who see patients struggling with these sort of things see them as objects they need to fix and degrade, rather than people.
drusillamilford's review against another edition
4.0
So, this book definitely makes me want to give up sugar. Right now I am feeling sick to my stomach. I bought a bunch of my favorite junk food and ate until I felt sick tonight. I no longer have any desire.... cannot wait for my healthy salad for lunch tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!
benevolentreader242's review against another edition
3.0
Interesting read and while narrow at times, provides a historical look at the American diet and how it's gotten to be where we are today.
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