Review:

Good Calories, Bad Calories By Gary Taubes

overall review score: 4.5
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Good Calories, Bad Calories by Gary Taubes is a book that delves into the science and controversy surrounding nutrition, specifically focusing on how different types of calories affect our health and weight.

Key Features

  • In-depth analysis of nutritional science
  • Controversial viewpoints on calorie consumption
  • Critique of conventional dietary recommendations

Pros

  • Well-researched information
  • Challenges mainstream beliefs about nutrition
  • Raises important questions about the link between calories and health

Cons

  • May be overwhelming for readers without a background in nutritional science
  • Controversial viewpoints may be off-putting to some

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Last updated: Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 05:20:09 PM UTC