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Books Worth Exploring: Nutrition, Metabolism, Fasting, Brain Health, Sleep & Hormetic Stress
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items I’m eager to explore these books this autumn. I always want to learn more about nutrition, metabolism, sleep, the brain, longevity, and hormetic stress.
With a background in biophysics and nutrition, and 14 years of experience working in nutrition, I’m fascinated by how much we still have to learn. I’m always curious to discover new ideas, challenge what I think I know, and keep learning.
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With a background in biophysics and nutrition, and 14 years of experience working in nutrition, I’m fascinated by how much we still have to learn. I’m always curious to discover new ideas, challenge what I think I know, and keep learning.
Affiliate disclosure: Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you purchase through them. This comes at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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Nutrition, Metabolism & Fasting
Brain, Sleep & Hormetic Stress
Nutrition, Metabolism & Fasting
Books exploring nutrition, metabolism, appetite, fasting, and the way food may affect how our bodies function.
He is a truly knowledgeable and inspiring podcaster. Of course I want to read his new book.
Heal Your Cells by Dr. Josh Axe & Dr. Will Cole
I am always looking to learn more about how to gain more energy. This book looks like an exciting one to delve into, given my eagerness to learn more about the body's energy.
Good Energy by Casey Means MD & Calley Means
Hunger, ultra-processed food, the body's fat thermostat, and weight loss – definitely relevant and important.
The Hunger Code by Dr. Jason Fung
A physical chemist writes about the dietary changes he made and the amazing results he achieved. I’m expecting some high-level geekery, and I can't wait to read it.
Butter in My Coffee by V. E. House PhD
I have always admired Thomas Seyfried for his take on cancer treatment. He offers a fresh perspective that really resonates with me.
Cancer as a Metabolic Disease by Thomas N. Seyfried
I'm fascinated by the book's explanation of how we can trigger autophagy—a process that helps the body get rid of damaged cells to prevent cancer, while also optimizing fat burning. This is a scientific rabbit hole I am more than ready to go down.
The Switch by James W. Clement
An interesting perspective on various substances that may be hidden in what we consider healthy food, and the potential unwanted effects these can have on the body.
The Plant Paradox by Steven R. Gundry MD
Fasting fascinates me as a health concept. And a fasting book specifically for women? That’s great!
Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz
Brain, Sleep & Hormetic Stress
Books exploring brain health, sleep, breathing and the ways the body responds and adapts to different forms of stress.
I think of this as the most important book of the year. I'm reading how I can do it to optimize my and my family's brain health.
Brain Defenders by David Perlmutter M.D.
When he says the book is about "Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To," it makes me really curious about it! And he writes at the level of genetic reprogramming - cool!
Lifespan by Dr David Sinclair
Sleep. To think that something so important can be so difficult. I want to read this so I can be better prepared when the periods of poor sleep come.
Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
We breathe thousands of times every day—but how much does the way we breathe actually matter?
Breath by James Nestor
I love taking a sauna and do it regularly. I would like to read this book to learn more about how the human body responds to high temperatures, both at the systemic and cellular levels.
Sauna & Longevity by Alex Apple
I believe that hormesis does the body good. Both cold baths and saunas are things I also do regularly. To learn more, I would like to read the book in which "The Iceman" tells his story.
The Wim Hof Method by Wim Hof
I experience both stress and a feeling of being overwhelmed. I would like to learn more from the experts about how to break the stress cycle.
Burnout by Emily and Amelia Nagoski