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The Longevity Paradox: How to Die Young at a Ripe Old Age by Steven R. Gundry - 3 stars - My Review

Recommended to me by a medical professional, this book provides information on how to live a longer healthier life. It focuses on a person’s microbiome, which is filled with both good and bad bacteria. He calls the good agents “gut buddies,” probably in an effort to make this material more “digestible” (if you will) for the general public. He offers some of the latest research on digestive health and how it impacts the other parts of the body. He debunks some of the commonly held dietary myths.

Dr. Gundry’s recommendations include limiting animal protein, and avoiding grains, legumes, sugars, and lectins. I have heard some of this advice before, but there are enough differences to make it worth reading. However, much of the evidence is anecdotal and a number of cited studies were not performed on humans. Many of the foods he recommends are expensive and hard to find (assuming you have even heard of them); however, there are a handful of foods that are easy to incorporate into an already healthy diet. It is worth mentioning that Dr. Gundry is selling supplements, but he disclaims that the reader does not need to buy his products to attain a healthy diet.