Fitness and Nutrition are emerging as a science in itself. Since the two aspects are inextricably linked to wellness, health and “how well we live,” the subject draws immense interest from varied spectrums across the board: varied age groups, diet watchers, women who need special attention post 40, fitness freaks or just about anyone looking at lifestyle and meal amends to live healthier. And probably, longer.
“Nutrition is one of the hardest sciences to do well,” says Graham Lawton, a science writer whose first book, “This Book Could Save Your Life,” is aimed to debunk a number of contemporary health fads. The book is currently trending on media.
The book touches on key aspects such as ways to be healthier, stronger and live longer. But what really works?
From stress to saturated fats, HIIT to HRT, veganism to vitamins, the title explores the real science of better health. Among topics of interest covered are best way to lose weight (and keep it off), how can you ensure a good night’s sleep, the real superfoods, how to minimise the risks of getting diabetes, cancer or Alzheimer’s. Above all, it targets the moot issue: How can you slow down the ageing process?
Unsurprisingly, avoid ultra-processed foods, which are high in sugar, salt and artificial trans fats (a type of fat so closely linked to heart disease that they’ve been banned in Denmark, Switzerland, Austria and some US states)
Cutting through confusing statistics and terrifying headlines, here is the truth about dieting, drugs, 10,000 steps a day, bacon, calorie-counting, coffee, dairy, sleep, fibre, hangovers, salt, sugar, cardio, sunscreen, statins, vitamins, and much more. Full of the latest research and ground-breaking evidence, packed with useful advice, this book really could save your life.
And while it is difficult to generalise, Lawton says there is some consensus over the sorts of food we might want to prioritise at various life stages.
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