Eat Smarter: Use the Power of Food to Reboot Your Metabolism, Upgrade Your Brain, and Transform Your Life

Shawn Stevenson combines real life vignettes, incredible science, and plenty of analogies to tie it all together. I laughed out loud many times reading, I connected with his upbringing and misconceptions around diet and health, and in general was able to follow the technical aspects. This book feels to me like a compilation of all the great books I have read, merging science and practicality, but taking out the one-size-fits-all and fanaticism of most programs. He offers a great plan that actually has flexibility and a focus on connection with others and mental health. I don’t think in all my reading has an author combined so many healthful ways of living AND encouraged their readers to have grace for the bumps they will have. When he said to shoot for 80% compliance, I was intrigued. When he said to change macros around for what feels right for my body and my life schedule, I was in! Intermittent fasting isn’t new, nor is the idea that low carb can be healthier for more people, as well as the need for pre- and probiotics. This truly felt like he took a lot of different ways of eating healthy and combined them in a manageable lifestyle. I have to say the most important part to me was the section on eating together as a family. I’m not a great cook, I do my best but it isn’t always up to the standards I set for myself, but to know that sitting down with my kids each day to share dinner, and with my husband on the weekends when he isn’t working is a POSITIVE and HEALTH-AFFIRMING choice not only for me but to be a good influence on my kids made my heart swell. I have decided to be healthy to be a better example for my children, and this section helped me to see ways that I’m already doing well, even if there are other ways I can improve. In fact, I sat down and talked with my kids about eliminating candy and soda or juice and read part of the book to them about sugar. We discussed the natural desire for sweets, and came up with a plan to make flavored kombucha for each of us (we already like “booch” and brew it at home, but Mt Dew flavored? That will be a first!) and to bake cookies and cake with added healthy nutrients. Explaining that it’s natural to want sweets but that candy and juice bring no nutrients was helpful to my kids, AND not cutting them off cold turkey will help us all to be on board. Plus having them help bake will help me 😆 I read this book in less than a week. I feel empowered and affirmed. I want to be healthy as a family and this book truly spoke to me at my level. I’m so thankful for the message and the heartwarming stories.

This book is not about perfection, it’s about giving us the knowledge to help improve our health wherever we are at in our life today. I’ve been listening to Shawn for years through his The Model Health Show Podcast where he interviews experts that are known from all over. He has helped me in so many more ways than he’ll ever know. He’s information has provided me the foundation I needed to heal my own body after dealing with health issues for years. Through his teachings he’s got be fascinated with the health of our bodies using nutrition, sleep, exercise, and more. Over the last five years, I have read and listened to more than 4,000 hours of books and podcasts that cover nutrition and health. It’s obvious he’s spent years of researching and consolidating peer-reviewed evidence-based studies, so we don’t have to. So thankful for all he has done for me and others through his teaching. There have been so many books I’ve wanted and tried to share with family and friends, but I knew it would be too overwhelming for them. In Eat Smarter, Shawn does a wonderful job, as always, at breaking everything down in a way that it’s easy for others to digest the information and really understand what is going on within you body. He covers how your hormones work, or are suppose to work, along with how different foods affect our bodies. Within, Eat Smarter he breaks down the myths we have been taught throughout our life while providing us highlights from fascinating studies. He also throws in some great humor to keep it fun and entertaining. For anyone looking to improve loose weight, improve gut health, or wants to just learn more of how the body communicates this is the book for you! He does a great job at staying high level to keep the amount of information digestible. He also provides a game plan for long-term lasting success in staying healthy along with delicious and tasty recipes that give you great nutrition, too. He gives us the information we need to make educated food decisions and not subscribe to a specific diet as we have been taught in the past. Makes me curious and think of even more questions I would love for him to cover in Eat Smarter Too (fingers-crossed).

I didn't know I could laugh and learn about nutrition at the same time. This book was so fun to read! And, I learned SO MUCH. I'm a certified Health Coach and Functional Nutrition Counselor, all around health geek, and this book showed me there is so much more to know. It's really hard to break down super complex nutrition and health concepts and share it in an entertaining, interesting way that anyone can understand and relate to. This book addresses fad diets, popular beliefs and common misconceptions, spirituality, lifestyle, Politics of food, and the truth of nutrition and human function based off science, research and Shawn's personal experience. Want to know what to eat? Read this book! In addition to the information provided, I got recipe recommendations and access to the 30 day Eat Smarter plan. Obviously I haven't done it yet but I plan to check it out. I appreciate that there are actionable things provided for readers in addition to the information and education provided in the book. I've been a big fan of Shawn and the Model Health Show for years. Reading this book solidified that Shawn is at the top of the Nutrition Science game and understands people and how complex food can be. I wish it were as simple as "Eat your Veggies", but it's just not. Getting some guidance for how to navigate nutrition in such an entertaining, understandable, non-judgmental way is really refreshing.

This book explains the why behind food, and he does it without being preachy or extreme. I learned a ton (metabolism, hormones, brain health, gut stuff). Plus, it is it’s not just information… it’s actionable. The 30-day plan feels realistic, flexible, and focused on long-term habits. Overall...If you’re confused about what to eat or tired of fad diets, this book is a great reset.

This is a complete, well-thought, and entertaining guide that will teach you all about food and how eating certain foods WILL help you reach your health goals, whether it is to lose weight, have more energy, have greater focus and clarity, and just be able to do more with your life. It's all about the food! Don't worry about lots of rules and unrealistic expectations. You will learn what to add to your diet more so than what to eliminate. "Food does provide fuel, but it's also meant to be enjoyed". I've highlighted all over my copy of this book and purchased more to give to my family. I am recommending it to all of my functional nutrition clients and colleagues. It is just that important! If you read one health and wellness book in 2020, make sure it is this one! As you read this book, it truly feels like a labor of love. Shawn Stevenson is a beast when it comes to RESEARCHING FACTS based in science. I believe nearly every single page of this book references at least one study that proves the information he is sharing. Shawn truly wants to help as many people as possible get out of this mess of fake foods that we are living in today. And his charm is apparent through his writing style. Yes, there is a lot of science, but it is lightened up with loads of pop culture references and metaphors to keep you hooked and reading. If I haven't already made it apparent, this book holds really, really important information for anyone that eats anything. No one diet is for everyone but everyone has their own unique diet. Shawn helps you navigate throughout this book, including a 30 Day Plan to get you started.

In "Eat Smarter," Shawn Stevenson delves into the intricate relationship between food and our overall well-being, illuminating how our dietary choices shape not just our health, but every aspect of our lives. With a blend of accessible science and practical wisdom, Stevenson demystifies the overwhelming world of nutrition and empowers readers to take control of their health through smarter eating habits. His 30-day program is designed to reboot metabolism, enhance brain function, and ultimately reshape how you view food. What sets "Eat Smarter" apart is its holistic approach to nutrition, highlighting the profound impact that food can have on our sleep, relationships, and overall happiness. Stevenson not only provides actionable strategies for weight loss and improved health but also inspires readers to see food as a tool for personal transformation. This empowering guide is perfect for anyone looking to make lasting changes in their life while embracing the joy of nourishing oneself. "Eat Smarter" is not just a book; it's a motivational journey toward becoming the best version of yourself through mindful eating.

Shawn Stevenson has written a book which reminds us why food is important. Not only from an incredibly researched and scientific perspective, but from the heart, where most of our decisions about food are made. Or, at least mine. A book like this reminds me of the appreciation I have for food and the beauty of putting something in my mouth that then becomes a part of who I am. I had forgotten that for a while and this book brought it all back. Through intensive research he presents so much great information that I didn't know about foods I have eaten my whole life and some I have never heard of. He draws on his research and his experience of working with people for so many years, to improve their health and their lives, through this very special book. Shawn presents very complex information in a readable, funny, heart-felt way. I know I will read this book over and over, year after year, as I learn something new every time I pick it up. Thank you for this incredible resource!

Very happy with this purchase! The seller shipped Eat Smarter quickly, and it came in perfect condition. I’ve already started reading and love how practical and inspiring it is. Great book from a great store—I’ll definitely order here again.