Book · 2018 · Reducing diets
Gene Eating
Gene Eating by Giles Yeo has been mentioned in 1 episode across 1 podcast (1 episode recommends it and 0 episodes discuss it), through . Most frequently brought up by Steven Bartlett (1 episode) on The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett (1 episode).
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In chapter three of Gene Eating you talk about front loading your food in the day.
What they say about it
- References specific chapters“chapter two of your book”3
The best things said about it
You've written these two fantastic books called Why Calories Don't Count and Gene Eating.
I read something in your first book about orthorexia, Gene Eating I believe it was.
I read in chapter two of your book that there is a gene for obesity.
Tim Spector who's one of the quotes from the front of your book here.
Why people recommend it
Gene Eating by Giles Yeo is an informative nutrition and science book that debunks common diet myths and explores the complex genetic factors influencing how human bodies process food and manage weight. Steven Bartlett strongly recommended the publication during an episode of The Diary Of A CEO, praising it alongside the author's other works as part of a comprehensive exploration of metabolic science. Throughout the interview, Bartlett actively referenced specific chapters and concepts from the book, questioning the guest about the genetic predispositions of obesity, the physiological realities of conditions like orthorexia, and the strategic benefits of front-loading food consumption earlier in the day. Bartlett also highlighted a moving quote on the cover by Tim Spector regarding personal inspiration and family loss. The conversation underscored the book's value in translating complex genetic and nutritional data into accessible insights for everyday readers. By challenging oversimplified dietary dogmas, the publication empowers individuals to understand the biological mechanisms driving their nutritional choices, fostering a healthier, science-based approach to long-term wellness, metabolism, and weight management without succumbing to restrictive or misleading fad diets.
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Steven Bartlett Builds on a lot of the stuff that I read in gene eating as well so there's a they have a relationship betwe… 1
“and obviously as well you've written these two fantastic books called why calories don't count and Gene eating”
“I read something um in your first book about orthorexia Gene eating I believe it was this book um in chapter 10 where you cite a study”
“what about in terms of um this obese Gene I read in chapter two of your book that there is a gene for obesity”
“and then I read your book and in chapter three of Gene eating you talk about front loading your food in the day now I was like [ __ ] hell you know I'm trying my best here Giles”
“is there a broader point I reflect on when I spoke to Tim Spector who's one of the quotes from the front of your book here um he talked about the passing of his father and how that is part of the inspiration that sent him off to to think more about food”
“Builds on a lot of the stuff that I read in gene eating as well so there's a they have a relationship between them”