My current reading matter.
I mentioned a few weeks ago that I was taking part in "Dry January". I didn't make a big song and dance about it, but I decided to go for a calendar month or so with no alcohol. A few people have asked me about my experience, so here are a few points. Why take a break from drinking? Alcohol is an interesting topic. As a drug it is widely accepted in society, central to so much of our socialising and leisure. There seem to be lots of health benefits - so we are told - yet there are also a lot of problems in terms of health, relationships and lifestyle that come from drinking. Over a few years I'd begun to become aware and then concerned that I was drinking too much and too regularly. I am in a busy and stressful job and sometimes a glass of wine after work to relax is really helpful. But over time, one glass became two. Two glasses became ....I might as well finish the bottle. A habit got established....and was starting to get too e...
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DeVany is a full course meal, complete, healthy, nutritious. You won't leave hungry.
Taleb is a desert course. Small morsels that we should savor. Some may have a funny taste, but they're worth trying. With so much to choose from, you'll find plenty to savor, but do not devour.
Add Taubes's "Why We Get Fat" and Sisson's "Primal Blueprint", and you're fully loaded with some great reading. Enjoy!
That said, some of what I have seen/read does sound a little "pseudo-sciency" and also some of the nutrition info does not sit well.
That said, I think Ferris makes no claims that anything in the book is gospel and encourages self-experimentation which is all good by me. I just wish they'd hurry up and release the kindle version as I've been banned from having any more physical books in the house!
Re: DeVany's book - I'd be interested to hear your thoughts. Though I can appreciate Art wanting to cash in on the paleo explosion, him being one of the pioneers and all, I have to question whether there is really any need for another book on the subject? How much can you write on "eat meat and vegetables and you'll be slim and healthy"?
I'll trust you to give us a thorough write up...
Taleb book looks interesting, may have to add it to my wish list.