
Saturated Facts
A Myth-Busting Guide to Diet and Nutrition in a World of Misinformation
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Dr Idrees Mughal
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Brought to you by Penguin.
TikTok sensation Dr Idz's myth-busting, scientific guide to nutrition and fitness.
Does Diet Coke really cause cancer? Are eggs healthy? Does alcohol stop fat burning? And what steps can you take to avoid obesity, diabetes and heart disease?
In Saturated Facts, TikTok star Dr Idz, an NHS medic with a degree in nutritional research, debunks the myths that often go unchecked on social media and explores the cutting-edge science around some of the most exciting topics in diet and health, including:
- The link between nutrition and our mental wellbeing
- The science behind gut health and how our gut acts as our 'second brain'
- Chrono-nutrition - the timing of when and what we eat
- The benefits and disadvantages of the most popular diets such as keto, fasting and vegan
Dr Idz is on a mission to provide you with scientifically accurate information to make the best decisions about your health, cutting through the noise so you can eat better, feel good and live longer.
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- Allan Perkins
- 07-20-24
this book really provides a broad understanding of nutrition and its complexity. I thoroughly enjoyed it
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- Garyotr
- 11-12-24
Much needed facts
It’s nice to read a research based book stating facts and addressing fads that do more damage than good. Thanks doc
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- Jeffrey Schwartz
- 03-21-24
Clear and concise info on how to wade through a sea of health misinformation
The only negative I have is that there wasn’t more. I certainly hope Dr Idz has a sequel in the works as there are far more myths to debunk and more information that can be imparted.
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- owen
- 03-30-24
No BS information
Non biased, all claims are high evidence based, very easy to understand , well explained topics in every chapter
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- JAQD
- 10-16-24
Simple but full of good relevant information
I love the simplistic approach with which Dr Idz debunked common missinformation. Both the book and the audiobook are easy to follow and understand. Dr Idz shows how, with simpe logic, we can discern between facts and social media fiction.
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- Amanda
- 03-20-24
Great voice and content! 
I really like this doctors objective point of view on everything I feel like this is helping me heal my relationship with food and avoid unhealthy habits. I have tried in the past. I also enjoyed his way of reading, like his voice and the speed quality 
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- lisa
- 04-09-25
Very matter of fact info. No shortcuts nor fear mongering
I liked that Dr. Idz summarized important points and takeaways from the chapters. His writing, to me, is technical which I like. He trusts his audience to use their brains.
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- Maggie S.
- 03-29-24
Very good book.
I learned so much and it is all backed up w research. Dr Idz writes at a high level but he explains things so the layman can understand! Highly suggest!
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-01-24
RD approved!
This book is filled with great scientic literature and its very easy to listen to Dr. Idz for hours!
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- Tom
- 04-14-24
Good info
Just a perfect antidote to bad information about food, health and ways of living. Very good speaker.
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