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Weizenwampe - Der Gesundheitsplan: Getreidefrei fit und schlank
Das neue Praxisbuch von Dr. med. William Davis! In seinem Weltbestseller „Weizenwampe“ klärte er uns über die gesundheitlichen Schäden von Getreidekonsum auf und lieferte mit seinen Kochbüchern viele kreative Ideen, sich glutenfrei zu ernähren. Der Gesundheitsplan geht nun einen Schritt weiter – mit vielen Tipps und Strategien gespickt, ist es Ihr Begleiter in ein gesundes und schlankes Leben ohne Weizen.
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First published September 2, 2014
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William Davis
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William Davis, MD, is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Wheat Belly series of books exposing the changes that agribusiness has inflicted on this plant and the effects on people who consume it. He is also author of Undoctored that shows people how to take back individual control over health with superior results.
His most recent book is Super Gut: The 4-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight that shows how to restore microbes lost by modern people and enjoy results including deeper sleep, reduced appetite, increased empathy, restoration of youthful muscle and strength, and smoother skin with reduced wrinkles.
Dr. Davis has appeared on national television shows including Live! With Kelly and CBS This Morning. He lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
William Davis, MD, is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Wheat Belly series of books exposing the changes that agribusiness has inflicted on this plant and the effects on people who consume it. He is also author of Undoctored that shows people how to take back individual control over health with superior results.
His most recent book is Super Gut: The 4-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight that shows how to restore microbes lost by modern people and enjoy results including deeper sleep, reduced appetite, increased empathy, restoration of youthful muscle and strength, and smoother skin with reduced wrinkles.
Dr. Davis has appeared on national television shows including Live! With Kelly and CBS This Morning. He lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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January 16, 2015
So, it's no longer wheat, barley and rye . . . corn and rice have been added to the list of foods to avoid; which will make baking more difficult for me, especially since I use three different kinds of rice flour.
However, since I feel so much better sans grain, the adjustment is well worth the health benefits (for everyone)!
However, since I feel so much better sans grain, the adjustment is well worth the health benefits (for everyone)!
November 28, 2014
I think I enjoyed this book more than the first Wheat Belly. The first book covered a lot of ground in explaining why wheat is harmful for human health, due to our stomach's inability to properly digest grasses. This book in comparison, starts with the assumption that the reader already knows of the harm wheat causes our species. The focus of this book looks at how to regain health after a lifetime of consuming wheat. For example, how to recognize nutrient deficiencies that wheat often leads to, as well as other problems such as thyroid issues, diabetes and heart disease.
I personally eliminated all gluten/wheat from my diet a year ago due to health issues I was having. Now I read food labels thoroughly, and avoid gluten like the plague. While I came to this book already knowing that gluten wreaks havoc on my body, I have been looking for further motivation to now eliminate other grains (rice, corn, oats, etc) as much as possible. While these other grains don't cause the immediate damage to my health like gluten does, I know that I feel healthier when I avoid them.
I personally eliminated all gluten/wheat from my diet a year ago due to health issues I was having. Now I read food labels thoroughly, and avoid gluten like the plague. While I came to this book already knowing that gluten wreaks havoc on my body, I have been looking for further motivation to now eliminate other grains (rice, corn, oats, etc) as much as possible. While these other grains don't cause the immediate damage to my health like gluten does, I know that I feel healthier when I avoid them.
April 22, 2015
I have to return this to the library - it's on hold by someone else. Managed to read about 1/3rd. I'm interested in the subject, but a little skeptical when it comes to any diet which excludes an entire food group forever (and this one excludes two large ones). I also wonder about the repeated statement that early man didn't suffer from the same degenerative diseases that we do - could that possibly be because the average age of death was so much younger that those diseases just didn't have time to develop. I somehow doubt we have an extremely large database of autopsy reports on early homo sapiens, so I'm less than convinced that the basic premise holds up under scrutiny.
That having been said, of course, if you eliminate grains and dairy from your diet, you will lose weight - no question about it. The real question is: a. is it healthy; and b. is it sustainable? Still, interesting book and worth reading.
That having been said, of course, if you eliminate grains and dairy from your diet, you will lose weight - no question about it. The real question is: a. is it healthy; and b. is it sustainable? Still, interesting book and worth reading.
January 25, 2015
I read the book with a skeptical eye. Davis uses global arguments to support specific conclusions--a logic error. He also uses fear of big government, agribusiness to support need and compel change. If you don't buy into that, you're probably not going to buy the anti-grain argument which is the thesis of this work. The author wrote the book to appeal to a large audience, a lot to consider and one of many 'findings' about food opiates. Part Three deals with total continuous health into the future and how to reap the benefits of a better mind and body--that's the best part of the book, to my reading. It deals with specific deficiencies, which might occur because of grain deficiency, or merely be extant. Good advice in any event. Following all the recommendations in the book requires a significant life style change.
June 16, 2015
Since my endocrinologist recommended I ditch gluten (soy and dairy too) I thought I'd find out more about how gluten affects thyroid dysfunction. In order for the bulk of the book to make sense, one must first believe his thesis statement that humans aren't evolved to be grain eaters (eg: we're not giraffes) and that only in times of desperation did our ancestors choose to consume them. I thoroughly appreciated his sections on thyroid dysfunction and autoimmune diseases, as it made for one of the clearest associations that I've ever read between food and inflammation. His section on agribusiness was thought provoking. The book was an easy yet informative read (with sections reiterating previous info allowing for skim/scanning) with humorous touches and just the right amount of doctor-speak and research for my summer brain to appreciate.
June 6, 2017
This book is super redundant. The same thing is said chapter after chapter. Also I am not a fan of blaming every single malady with wheat. And I have a PhD in nutritional neuroscience...
August 22, 2023
I learned a lot from this book. I have been experimenting with my food intake to eliminate inflammation in my joints and pain in my thighs. I’ve done everything from vegetarian to vegan and no carb/keto diets. None of these remedy my problems. Since discovering the wheat belly or grain free diet, I have seen drastic differences in how I feel, sleep, and my inflammation is eradicated. My joints no longer hurt, and my anxiousness has completely disappeared. I’m also feeling generally more positive about every day life and the future. Due to my Hispanic background and diet, eliminating corn and rice has been challenging, but I’ve put effort into consuming amaranth and buckwheat in their place. This has completely sufficed for my palate preferences. I’m committed to pursuing this in the long term, and I cannot wait to see what other results come out of my dedication to this grain free lifestyle.
May 26, 2015
This was a good book. It goes into more details beyond just not eating grains. It tells you how to have total health. It tells you how to heal your body after the grains are gone, and why you may still have some problems. He tells you how to correct the problems and gives some recipes for correcting the problems. This goes into more details than the first book, since he has learned more. I think this is a must have book along with the two cookbooks.
October 19, 2014
What a great book! Very convincing about the negatives about eating anything grown from grasses, i.e. wheat, barley, corn, etc., and the health conditions that can be improved by changing your eating habits. Lots of research to back up the author's claims. Anyone interested in losing weight or improving their health has to read this book!
December 16, 2014
Some books tell you not to eat this or not to eat that but do provide valid information to back up why you should apply what you are reading. I wish I had read this book years ago! This book reinforces what my doctor has me doing and confirms the things I have experienced. Amazing!
December 24, 2014
This is such a redundant book, chapter after chapter.
January 18, 2015
amazing
I've gone grain free. I sleep better and can think more clearly. This really works. Dr Davis is a very knowledgeable man and has given me a way to enjoy the rest of my life.
I've gone grain free. I sleep better and can think more clearly. This really works. Dr Davis is a very knowledgeable man and has given me a way to enjoy the rest of my life.
March 14, 2024
Pg. 149 “…not consuming gluten-free foods made with hunk carbohydrates (cornstarch, rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato flour). …remember that all four popular wheat- and GF replacements are guilty of provoking blood sugars higher than all other foods: higher than wheat flour, higher than sucrose, higher than candy bars. Nothing raises blood sugar higher than the GF junk carbohydrates in, say, GF multigrain bread or GF pasta.”
Pg. 151 “Sausage, pepperoni, bacon, salami, and other processed meats often contain the color-fixing chemical sodium nitrite. Upon cooking, sodium nitrite reacts with amino acids in meat, yielding nitrosamines that have been linked to gastrointestinal cancers. …look for meats that are processed naturally and do not contain sodium nitrite.”
Pg. 234-235 “New data demonstrate that intestinal calcium absorption is increased when vitamin D is restored to healthy levels and urinary calcium losses decrease with grain elimination. … Several analyses have suggested increased heart attack and death from calcium supplementations, particularly with intakes of 600 mg or more per day. It is not even clear that any amount of calcium supplementation is beneficial. It has become increasingly clear that (1) calcium is either barely effective or ineffective at increasing bone density and reducing risk for osteoporotic fracture; (2) calcium probably increases risk for cardiovascular disease; and (3) calcium is normalized simply with grain elimination, vitamin D restoration, and eating healthy foods such as vegetables. Calcium supplementation is not only ineffective, is potentially dangerous. In my view, calcium supplementation should not figure into your approach to bone health. Instead, rely on vitamin D supplementation and a healthy diet that reduces calcium losses and provides calcium from foods.
Pg. 263 Endocrine disrupters are everywhere! Plastics, plasticizers, and the compounds that elute from them: bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, dioxin, styrene, vinyl chloride
Pesticides and fungicides: vinclozolin, chlordecone, cyfluthrin, permethrin, tetramethrin, fenthion, hexachlorobenzene, malathion, parathion, heptachlor, beta-hexachlorohexane, gamma-hexachlorohexane, p,p’-DDE, tributyltin, triphenyltin
Fertilizers and herbicides: perchlorates, imazamox, glyphosate, dioxin, methoxychlor, chlorpyrifos, chlornitrofen, chlomethoxyfen, methyl bromide, atrazine
Industrial compounds: polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) 4-methylbenzylidene camphor, 3-benzylidene camphor, benzophenone-3, benzophenone-4, isopentyl 4-methoxycinnamate, octyl methoxycinnamate, homosalate, octocrylene, benzyl salicylate, phenyl salicylate, octyl salicylate, para-aminobenzoic acid and octyl dimethyl paraaminobenzoate, dichlorostyrene, benzotriazole
Heavy metals: cadmium, arsenic
Household products: triclosan (hand sanitizer, antibacterial soaps, perfluorooctanoic acid (Teflon-coated cookware), dithiocarbamates (cosmetics), parabens (cosmetics).
Pg. 273-274 “Vitamin D deficiency, in particular, is proving to be a huge factor in allowing the misrecognition of “self” as invader, as is omega-3 fatty acid deficiency. Deficiencies of either or both allow misguided immune behavior, but both are easily addressed and corrected. Factors that disrupt bowel flora also play a role in autoimmunity. In particular, excessive growth of unhealthy species can increase intestinal permeability, or “leaky gut,” which allows foreign substances, including bacterial by-products, to enter the bloodstream and reach the organs.”
Pg. 278 “While the target blood level is a topic of debate, I have used 60-70 ng/ml as a target with excellent results and no toxic effects. This blood level is generally achieved with 6,000-8,000 IU per day of D3 in the form of a gelcap when intestinal absorption is normal, higher when absorption is impaired.”
Pg. 293 Optimal TSH – A value of 1.5 mIU/ml or less, perhaps even 1.0 mIU/ml or less – not the 3.5 or 4.0 mIU/ml many doctors are content with.
Pg. 299 Sleep Aids – Melatonin : If difficulty falling asleep is the issue, taking it approx. 2-3 hours before your desired bedtime. If staying asleep is your issue, then taking it at bedtime may work better to discourage early awakening. Dose can be very different - .05 milligrams, others require 3,5,10, or even 20 mg to obtain the same effect.
5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) can be used to enhance sleep – to extend deep REM sleep. Dose needs vary; most ppl take between 25-200 mg at bedtime. Can be used into combo with melatonin.
Pg. 151 “Sausage, pepperoni, bacon, salami, and other processed meats often contain the color-fixing chemical sodium nitrite. Upon cooking, sodium nitrite reacts with amino acids in meat, yielding nitrosamines that have been linked to gastrointestinal cancers. …look for meats that are processed naturally and do not contain sodium nitrite.”
Pg. 234-235 “New data demonstrate that intestinal calcium absorption is increased when vitamin D is restored to healthy levels and urinary calcium losses decrease with grain elimination. … Several analyses have suggested increased heart attack and death from calcium supplementations, particularly with intakes of 600 mg or more per day. It is not even clear that any amount of calcium supplementation is beneficial. It has become increasingly clear that (1) calcium is either barely effective or ineffective at increasing bone density and reducing risk for osteoporotic fracture; (2) calcium probably increases risk for cardiovascular disease; and (3) calcium is normalized simply with grain elimination, vitamin D restoration, and eating healthy foods such as vegetables. Calcium supplementation is not only ineffective, is potentially dangerous. In my view, calcium supplementation should not figure into your approach to bone health. Instead, rely on vitamin D supplementation and a healthy diet that reduces calcium losses and provides calcium from foods.
Pg. 263 Endocrine disrupters are everywhere! Plastics, plasticizers, and the compounds that elute from them: bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, dioxin, styrene, vinyl chloride
Pesticides and fungicides: vinclozolin, chlordecone, cyfluthrin, permethrin, tetramethrin, fenthion, hexachlorobenzene, malathion, parathion, heptachlor, beta-hexachlorohexane, gamma-hexachlorohexane, p,p’-DDE, tributyltin, triphenyltin
Fertilizers and herbicides: perchlorates, imazamox, glyphosate, dioxin, methoxychlor, chlorpyrifos, chlornitrofen, chlomethoxyfen, methyl bromide, atrazine
Industrial compounds: polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) 4-methylbenzylidene camphor, 3-benzylidene camphor, benzophenone-3, benzophenone-4, isopentyl 4-methoxycinnamate, octyl methoxycinnamate, homosalate, octocrylene, benzyl salicylate, phenyl salicylate, octyl salicylate, para-aminobenzoic acid and octyl dimethyl paraaminobenzoate, dichlorostyrene, benzotriazole
Heavy metals: cadmium, arsenic
Household products: triclosan (hand sanitizer, antibacterial soaps, perfluorooctanoic acid (Teflon-coated cookware), dithiocarbamates (cosmetics), parabens (cosmetics).
Pg. 273-274 “Vitamin D deficiency, in particular, is proving to be a huge factor in allowing the misrecognition of “self” as invader, as is omega-3 fatty acid deficiency. Deficiencies of either or both allow misguided immune behavior, but both are easily addressed and corrected. Factors that disrupt bowel flora also play a role in autoimmunity. In particular, excessive growth of unhealthy species can increase intestinal permeability, or “leaky gut,” which allows foreign substances, including bacterial by-products, to enter the bloodstream and reach the organs.”
Pg. 278 “While the target blood level is a topic of debate, I have used 60-70 ng/ml as a target with excellent results and no toxic effects. This blood level is generally achieved with 6,000-8,000 IU per day of D3 in the form of a gelcap when intestinal absorption is normal, higher when absorption is impaired.”
Pg. 293 Optimal TSH – A value of 1.5 mIU/ml or less, perhaps even 1.0 mIU/ml or less – not the 3.5 or 4.0 mIU/ml many doctors are content with.
Pg. 299 Sleep Aids – Melatonin : If difficulty falling asleep is the issue, taking it approx. 2-3 hours before your desired bedtime. If staying asleep is your issue, then taking it at bedtime may work better to discourage early awakening. Dose can be very different - .05 milligrams, others require 3,5,10, or even 20 mg to obtain the same effect.
5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) can be used to enhance sleep – to extend deep REM sleep. Dose needs vary; most ppl take between 25-200 mg at bedtime. Can be used into combo with melatonin.
February 21, 2017
First of all, I must admit that I started reading this book out of mere curiosity with a platter of wholewheat sandwiches on my lap. I am by no means a nutrition expert, but this book didn't convince me enough to stop consuming not only wheat but all other grains! The writer stresses and repeats A LOT that seeds of grasses are the ultimate culprit of all our health problems which includes but not limited to diabetes, skin rashes, autoimmunity, hormonal distortions, joints stiffness and pain ,, etc. He calls for cutting not only wheat but other grains including oats, rice, corn, rye, barley! I didn’t like the writer stating everything as facts rather than debatable findings. Therefore, I do believe that some people are suspictable to the claimed side effects but its not the same for all. However, I have to say that I came out with a great deal of information regardless of whether I’m a believer of what he claims or not.
يزعم الكاتب بأن كل بلاء يصيب الإنسان في عصرنا الحالي من أمراض مختلفة سببها أكل الحبوب ومنتجاتها والتي تشمل القمح والأرز والشوفان والشعير والذرة وكذلك الحنطة، فهي كما يرى قد خُلقت للاستهلاك البهيمي وليست صالحة للاستهلاك البشري وذلك لاحتوائها على عناصر غير قابلة للهضم من قِبل البشر والتي تؤثر بشكل مباشر على امتصاص العناصر الغذائية الأخرى ولها آثار بعيدة المدى على الهرمونات ووظائف أعضاء الجسم المختلفة، أعترف بأنني لم أقتنع بحديثه كثيرا على الرغم من عرضه لكثير من الدراسات التي تدعم رأيه ومع أن خلفيتي الدراسية بعيدة كل البعد عن هذا التخصص إلا أن طرحه للموضوع كحقيقة مُثبتة وهي مجرد نظرية قد تحتمل الصواب أو الخطأ :قد قلل من مصداقية ما ذكره لدي، بالإضافة إلى أسباب دينية فلم يحلّ الله أمرا فيه ضرر لنا فقد قال تعالى في محكم كتابه:(“ والأرض وضعها للأنام * فيها فاكهة والنخل ذات الأكمام * والحب ذو العصف والريحان ”) والذي يرد في معنى الحب: البر والشعير.
يزعم الكاتب بأن كل بلاء يصيب الإنسان في عصرنا الحالي من أمراض مختلفة سببها أكل الحبوب ومنتجاتها والتي تشمل القمح والأرز والشوفان والشعير والذرة وكذلك الحنطة، فهي كما يرى قد خُلقت للاستهلاك البهيمي وليست صالحة للاستهلاك البشري وذلك لاحتوائها على عناصر غير قابلة للهضم من قِبل البشر والتي تؤثر بشكل مباشر على امتصاص العناصر الغذائية الأخرى ولها آثار بعيدة المدى على الهرمونات ووظائف أعضاء الجسم المختلفة، أعترف بأنني لم أقتنع بحديثه كثيرا على الرغم من عرضه لكثير من الدراسات التي تدعم رأيه ومع أن خلفيتي الدراسية بعيدة كل البعد عن هذا التخصص إلا أن طرحه للموضوع كحقيقة مُثبتة وهي مجرد نظرية قد تحتمل الصواب أو الخطأ :قد قلل من مصداقية ما ذكره لدي، بالإضافة إلى أسباب دينية فلم يحلّ الله أمرا فيه ضرر لنا فقد قال تعالى في محكم كتابه:(“ والأرض وضعها للأنام * فيها فاكهة والنخل ذات الأكمام * والحب ذو العصف والريحان ”) والذي يرد في معنى الحب: البر والشعير.
January 6, 2024
I already love his first book "Wheat Belly" but this one is actually even better. It goes more in depth but at some parts its difficult to read.
I can more or less repeat what I already wrote about his first book:
Definitely a must read book for everyone. I recommended it to all my family and friends and people I genuinely like so they can improve their health.
Its definitely not the best well written book. Its super dry to read, many technical terms and some chapters were super boring (yet, still important to have read).
I heard there are some summaries out there so maybe these are better for some people who are too lazy to read the whole book due to its difficulty.
I started the no-grain diet already months before reading this book and I can confirm so many points that were mentioned in this book. More energy, better sleep, I got rid of acne, I am more happy and also my gut improved. Weight loss isn't even the main factor, its a nice side effect after fixing all these health issues. On a side note, I also got rid of winter allergies that are not even related to grains!!!
I cannot understand why so many people rated this book low. Even if its not the best written book, hard to read at times and maybe some references aren't correct, in the end this book really manages to convince someone to get rid of grains in their diet and this is the important point!
I can more or less repeat what I already wrote about his first book:
Definitely a must read book for everyone. I recommended it to all my family and friends and people I genuinely like so they can improve their health.
Its definitely not the best well written book. Its super dry to read, many technical terms and some chapters were super boring (yet, still important to have read).
I heard there are some summaries out there so maybe these are better for some people who are too lazy to read the whole book due to its difficulty.
I started the no-grain diet already months before reading this book and I can confirm so many points that were mentioned in this book. More energy, better sleep, I got rid of acne, I am more happy and also my gut improved. Weight loss isn't even the main factor, its a nice side effect after fixing all these health issues. On a side note, I also got rid of winter allergies that are not even related to grains!!!
I cannot understand why so many people rated this book low. Even if its not the best written book, hard to read at times and maybe some references aren't correct, in the end this book really manages to convince someone to get rid of grains in their diet and this is the important point!
June 9, 2024
A life changing book for sure. Read the first edition also. This one had updates but mostly same info. Great advice. I have been largely wheat & gluten free since Spring of 2024 & don't miss it. I'm a huge sugar addict & pasta / bread lover. I'm not going to pretend it was easy. It's tough finding bread / wrap replacements and making your own. It was difficult keeping up with the cost & time commitment to prepare food, but it was our choice. Haven't read many recipes but am looking forward to it. This was an audiobook so I'll get the ebook recipes soon.
We did experience weight loss and loss of anxiety & pain. I never plan on returning to my former way of eating wheat & many carbs. I also incorporated fasting up to 16 hrs a day. That's what led me to this book. It's so encouraging and not what you hear from MDs in western medicine. So refreshing. He's one of the few docs out there that studied nutrition & isn't afraid to tell you how damaging wheat & grains can be. Was shocked to learn some effects are permanent. I'm angry I was lied to for 40+ years about healthy whole grains when there's no such thing. Also wish I wouldn't have let a nutritionist talk me out of reading this 12 years ago! Highly recommend reading or listening to this book & watching his videos online. Good luck!
We did experience weight loss and loss of anxiety & pain. I never plan on returning to my former way of eating wheat & many carbs. I also incorporated fasting up to 16 hrs a day. That's what led me to this book. It's so encouraging and not what you hear from MDs in western medicine. So refreshing. He's one of the few docs out there that studied nutrition & isn't afraid to tell you how damaging wheat & grains can be. Was shocked to learn some effects are permanent. I'm angry I was lied to for 40+ years about healthy whole grains when there's no such thing. Also wish I wouldn't have let a nutritionist talk me out of reading this 12 years ago! Highly recommend reading or listening to this book & watching his videos online. Good luck!
January 14, 2018
α - I had read Grain Brain during April last year and have all but cut out sugar in my diet. I think it mentioned that a slice of bread can spike your blood sugar more than a soda.
Φ - I'm skeptical that wheat could contribute so heavily towards so many diseases and not result in a class action lawsuit towards the American Heart Association... The OMG GMOs WFTBBQ! reaction doesn't provide enough evidence to warrant that trendy reaction. And most of the evidence presented to support the case for cutting out grains is entirely anecdotal. It would've been nice to have data presented visually to get a better idea of the results to see what exactly is the most significant.
* - notes to self - Melatonin (a hormone associated with sunlight) & 5-HTP can be used to improve sleep quality.
Ω - I'm still skeptical after finishing the book. The main advice of the book is to avoid processed foods at all cost - an expensive & time consuming proposal. If I was very overweight I would probably consider it, but I'm not. I think intermittent fasting and sleep are more important factors - well, as long as you're eating something other than garbage. I need more evidence to stop eating grains completely - mostly because factory farming makes it too hard to avoid eating literal shit meat.
Φ - I'm skeptical that wheat could contribute so heavily towards so many diseases and not result in a class action lawsuit towards the American Heart Association... The OMG GMOs WFTBBQ! reaction doesn't provide enough evidence to warrant that trendy reaction. And most of the evidence presented to support the case for cutting out grains is entirely anecdotal. It would've been nice to have data presented visually to get a better idea of the results to see what exactly is the most significant.
* - notes to self - Melatonin (a hormone associated with sunlight) & 5-HTP can be used to improve sleep quality.
Ω - I'm still skeptical after finishing the book. The main advice of the book is to avoid processed foods at all cost - an expensive & time consuming proposal. If I was very overweight I would probably consider it, but I'm not. I think intermittent fasting and sleep are more important factors - well, as long as you're eating something other than garbage. I need more evidence to stop eating grains completely - mostly because factory farming makes it too hard to avoid eating literal shit meat.
October 12, 2017
This book appears to be a doubling down on a theory that is not proven. It is not a diet that everyone needs to be on and focuses way to much on the danger of now beyond wheat, all grains which has no science to back it up. It also spends very little time on alternative solutions such as fermentation. Which while receiving mention I are not emphasized enough as actually solving gut issues. It felt like the entire book was meant to prove a point that many don’t agree with and I’m not sure why. Earlier books with more recipes are much more helpful.
February 15, 2018
This was an Okay book - I guess I'm just bored with reading the same type of health books. A few years ago, everything used to be eating gluten free and paleo, and now everything is geared toward gut health and keto. I agree with all those forms of eating, but I wish a book would be written that is much easier to read. A lot of these have a lot of science behind them, but I'm not the type of girl that understands any of what they are saying - I like books that have the plan and recipes written out.
February 21, 2018
Interesting ideas
As a healthcare doctor, I am not convinced with the majority of his arguments. Perhaps the modern diet has gone too far to the grain side of the spectrum and thus many of the health problems that come with obesity, can be “attributed” to grains. I think there are many factors as to why obesity is a problem and overconsumption of grains may be some of the problem, but not all of the problem as Dr. Williams implies.
As a healthcare doctor, I am not convinced with the majority of his arguments. Perhaps the modern diet has gone too far to the grain side of the spectrum and thus many of the health problems that come with obesity, can be “attributed” to grains. I think there are many factors as to why obesity is a problem and overconsumption of grains may be some of the problem, but not all of the problem as Dr. Williams implies.
January 4, 2019
Jury's still out on much of this Doctor's premise regarding weight loss and improved health by cutting wheat and other grains out of your diet. However, I took it all with a grain of salt, and have already begun to incorporate these ideas into my daily life. The personal testimonials alone give me inspiration to finally rid myself of these unwanted pounds. This is an easy read and fairly straight-forward.
October 4, 2021
Interesting and good information. Parts seemed a bit extreme and like some foods were guilty by association only. If having serious health concerns, worth giving it a shot. Doesn’t seem maintainable long term. Would be nice if more focus on solution as apposed to on problem. It’s easier to say take this out but when it’s about 50% of most diets (as mentioned in book) what should it be replaced with?
February 11, 2023
This book is a mixed bag of sensational wording, handy resources, broad knowledge, and short-sighted conclusions from someone who I was not convinced is discerning enough to be reliable.
I'd say pick and choose what you want (but do your own research) from the book's broad array of topics: the problems with all grains, benefits of being grain-free, grain-free diet, transitioning to grain-free, thryoid, endocrine sytem, autoimmunity, weight loss, supplements, etc.
I'd say pick and choose what you want (but do your own research) from the book's broad array of topics: the problems with all grains, benefits of being grain-free, grain-free diet, transitioning to grain-free, thryoid, endocrine sytem, autoimmunity, weight loss, supplements, etc.
February 5, 2017
I definitely appreciate the content of "Wheat Belly Total Health", however, I had already read "Wheat Belly" and much of the information is the same. If you haven't read about the perils of consuming grains, I'd suggest reading the original "Wheat Belly" or "Grain Brain." Pretty interesting stuff!
September 8, 2019
An amazing book that every American needs to read—especially if you’ve been diagnosed as pre-diabetic, a Type II diabetic, overweight, or obese. For that matter, even lean and healthy people need to read it if their diet contains any wheat or grain products. It was an eye opener for me and has changed my life.
May 28, 2020
This book explains why we shouldn't eat wheat in great detail. Any confusion about where disease comes from is revealed with science based nutrition. You may never look at wheat the same again. The truth is uncovered about the food industry. Profits above everything,including your health. I have eliminated wheat from my diet and am healthier for it. It's not easy, but it's worth it.
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June 22, 2020Could have been summarized in 10% of the pages. or a few words "all wheat and other grains are bad, omit them from your diet." The explanations are not very compelling nor is the diatribe against capitalism. He states theories as facts and includes very little actual proof. Yuval Harari in Sapiens had a more credible if less conspiratorial explanation of the inclusion of grain in human diets.
March 22, 2021
I rarely leave two stars and the information in the book was pretty good. The problem was the repetition. The same information was repeated constantly. I felt like the author could have cut this book down by about 40-50% and the message (and all the accompanying info!) would have still be presented.
April 26, 2018
I pretty much got the gist of this book after the first chapter. I feel the author repeats himself way too much and each chapter reads as though it’s a standalone and the reader will not remember anything read from previous chapters.
August 29, 2019
The amount of hyperbole in this book is untenable.
And I disagree with much of his pseudoscience explanations. I was hoping to glean some nuggets of truth from this book, but I can’t tolerate the rest of the book to see if there are any nuggets to be harvested.
And I disagree with much of his pseudoscience explanations. I was hoping to glean some nuggets of truth from this book, but I can’t tolerate the rest of the book to see if there are any nuggets to be harvested.
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