Smart Fat audiobook

First sentence: Not too long ago, we were both advocating specific diets for weight loss and wellness. We weren't just advocates of these plans--we built our professional lives around these two seemingly contradictory nutritional philosophies. Premise/plot: "Eat more fat. Lose more weight. Get healthy now." Thus the front cover proclaims proudly. This diet book urges a 5-5-10 eating program. 5 Servings of smart fat, 5 Servings of clean (or at least lean) protein, and 10 servings of fiber per day. But it isn't just about what you put into your body, it's also about what you DON'T put into your body--and WHY. So I would say half of this focuses on WHY to change your eating in the first place, why you need to eat more smart fat and very little to no "dumb" fat, why the quality of your food matters--especially in protein, but also other food groups, why eating better will help your health overall. And the other half focuses on the WHAT: what you need to eat, what you don't need to eat, the right serving sizes or portions, etc. This one includes a 30 day meal plan with 50 recipes. This plan isn't just about eating right, however, it is also about living right: exercising, sleeping, finding healthy ways to unstress, etc.My thoughts: I thought I had sworn off diet books--at least this year. But my Dad wanted me to read this one with him. And so I picked it up. If I were to decide to try this "smart fat" plan, it wouldn't be a drastic change for me. (I already am gluten-free. I already eat a LOT of vegetables and fruit. I already use coconut oil and olive oil. I already aim for a high fiber diet.) But it would be making a few small changes. I do feel better about this book than the other "eat fat" book I reviewed earlier in the year. That one I thought was after people's money and was out to make a LOT of it not just a little. This one I felt was different.

I first listened to this as an audiobook. I then bought the book and took notes to reference. This is the kind of book that will influence you for the rest of your life. I've totally changed my food sources and added new foods. I never ate almonds or avocados or purchased avocado oil before. I didn't start cooking my own beans and legumes. But now I'm losing weight, I'm feeling full, and I know I'm eating healthier than I had been previously.This has changed my food habits for life.

This was a great book, explaining (in simple laymen's terms) the science behind good and bad fats, processed carbs and inflammation. It's more of a pep talk for a lifestyle change than it is a temporary diet. I have been following this way of eating on and off on my own for a while but I appreciated the explanations and also the easy guidelines for your fat, protein and fiber intake.I'm not really a supplement-taker (though I do take a probiotic) so the chapter on supplements seemed daunting to me. They certainly make a few valid arguments as to why we need more even if we are eating well, but I personally don't think I could come close to keeping up with the supplements they actually recommend. I may, however, consider adding Vitamin D and Magnesium in the future because their benefits appeal to me and concur with many articles I have read in the past.I tried a few of the recipes and they were good (I also have a few of Jonny Bowden's cookbooks so I'm already a fan). I find the 30 day eating plan to be a huge stretch for someone who has a busy lifestyle and a family to take care of. Most people cannot cook those types of meals at lunch time or even in advance to bring for lunch. But following these principles becomes easier and easier with time and it really helps one keep fit and healthy. I lost the extra weight I needed eating in this way and have adopted it as a part of my lifestyle. I'm a believer.

Out of the zillions of diet books I’ve read recently, this one seems the most sensible and most doable. It advocates a relatively low-carb diet, but it isn’t nearly as restrictive or complicated as Atkins or strict keto. It’s an interesting book because the two authors were originally on opposite ends of the nutrition spectrum, but came to the same conclusions eventually. It helps that one of them is a trained chef—some “healthy” food books are culinary disasters. I actually tried one of the recipes, and it was not just ok, it was delicious.Like most nutrition books these days, it insists on organic produce and organic/grass fed/cage free meat and poultry because of “toxins.” I can’t possibly afford that, and I’m just not convinced it’s that big of a deal. Otherwise, though, I’m trying to follow the general approach that they offer, and it hasn’t ruined my life or anything! :)

Me pareció muy útil, contiene información científica confiable y explicada de una forma sencilla sobre el funcionamiento del cuerpo y los efectos de los nutrientes en el organismo. Me gustó la forma en la que se pueden adaptar los consejos del libro, tanto en la cocina, como en la vida diaria. Realmnete me inspiró a modificar mi dieta, poco a poco y sin hacer nada muy radical.

Highly recommended - chock full of recipes, reference charts and references leaves you feeling armed and ready to SmartFat your life! You might hear me talk about SmartFat often now - and if you're curious, this is a great read!

FantasticFantastic, life changing book. Every American should read. I've lost 30 lbs. Never felt better. Easy to follow and use.

yes -wish this was had more vegetarian recipes, but overall it helped me make some changes.

Such a great book for those wanting to understand healthy ways to lose weight. Why we shouldn't avoid healthy fats, supplements to add to your diet and a great section on oils.

Great book...definitely a keeper. Steven Masley and Jonny Bowden write a comprehensive book on ways and the importance of eating healthy. They discuss healthy and bad fats, importance of vegetables, fruits, and fiber, important vitamins and how they help your body, and their 5-5-10 daily food plan. They give you a detailed 30 day eating plan with all the recipes. Such a great resource !