Why almost everything we’ve been told about food is wrong

Spoon-Fed

Why almost everything we’ve been told about food is wrong, by the #1 bestselling author of Food for Life

THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE LEADING GUT-HEALTH EXPERT, FOUNDER OF ZOE AND AUTHOR OF FOOD FOR LIFE 
 
* As seen on ITV's LORRAINE and heard on THE DIARY OF A CEO * 
 
This ground-breaking exploration debunks food myths, from what we should be eating for breakfast to whether we should really avoid ultra-processed foods. 
 
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? 
Is there any point in counting calories? 
Is there any evidence that coffee is bad for us? 
 
Through his pioneering research, Professor Tim Spector busts these and many other myths about food. 
 
Spoon-Fed explores the scandalous lack of good science behind many diet plans, official recommendations, miracle cures and ultra-processed foods, and encourages us to rethink our whole relationship with food - not just for our health as individuals, but for the future of the planet. 
 
'Hugely enjoyable' Michael Mosley 
'Illuminating and so incredibly timely' Yotam Ottolenghi 
'This book should be available on prescription' Felicity Cloake 
'Will actually help you decide what to add to your next grocery shop' Bee Wilson, Guardian 
 
Go with your gut. Join the food revolution. 
 
**Tim Spector's number 1 bestselling Food for Life: Your Guide to the New Science of Eating Well is now available in paperback** 
 
**PRE-ORDER THE FOOD FOR LIFE COOKBOOK, COMING OCTOBER 2024, NOW**

THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE LEADING GUT-HEALTH EXPERT, FOUNDER OF ZOE AND AUTHOR OR FOOD FOR LIFE 
 
* As seen on ITV's LORRAINE and heard on THE DIARY OF A CEO * 
 
This ground-breaking exploration debunks food myths, from what we should be eating for breakfast to whether we should really avoid ultra-processed foods. 
 
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? 
Is there any point in counting calories? 
Is there any evidence that coffee is bad for us? 
 
Through his pioneering research, Professor Tim Spector busts these and many other myths about food. 
 
Spoon-Fed explores the scandalous lack of good science behind many diet plans, official recommendations, miracle cures and ultra-processed foods, and encourages us to rethink our whole relationship with food - not just for our health as individuals, but for the future of the planet. 
 
'Hugely enjoyable' Michael Mosley 
 
'Illuminating and so incredibly timely' Yotam Ottolenghi 
 
'This book should be available on prescription' Felicity Cloake 
 
'Will actually help you decide what to add to your next grocery shop' Bee Wilson, Guardian 
 
* Tim Spector's new book Food for Life: Your Guide to the New Science of Eating Well is out in paperback 4th January 2024*

100+ Recipes Created with ZOE

The Food For Life Cookbook

** THE ONLY GUT-HEALTH COOKBOOK YOU NEED FROM THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FOOD FOR LIFE AND ITV LORRAINE&rsquo;S GUT-HEALTH EXPERT ** 
 
In: 30 plants a week. Out: Calorie counting. 
In: Fermenting. Out: Ultra-processed foods. 
But, how? 
 
The Food For Life Cookbook takes the ground-breaking guidance in Tim Spector's #1 bestselling guide to the new science of eating well and, in over 100 delicious and achievable recipes created in collaboration with ZOE, the nutrition science company that he co-founded, shows just how simple and enjoyable it can be to adapt to a gut-friendly way of eating. 
 
Shaped by Tim's own experience of transforming the way he eats, as well as common requests from readers and ZOE members, chapters include 15-minute meals, ideas for eating well when the fridge looks bare, and generous feasts and sweet treats for special moments with friends. 
 
Packed with inspiration for delicious meals to feed you, your family and your microbiome, as well as tips for increasing plant diversity and science-based explanations for the nutritional benefits of the ingredients and recipes included, The Food For Life Cookbook is a must-have for every gut-loving home and kitchen. 
 
Go with your gut. Join the food revolution. 
 
PRAISE FOR FOOD FOR LIFE: 
&lsquo;Life-changing&rsquo; DAVINA McCALL 
'A fresh look at food' JAMIE OLIVER 
&lsquo;A must-read&rsquo; Dr RUPY AUJLA 
&lsquo;Fascinating&rsquo; NIGELLA LAWSON 
 
&lsquo;No fads, no nonsense, just practical, science-based advice on how to eat well&rsquo; Daily Mail, Books of the Year 
 
'A rigorously academic book that welcomes the layperson with open arms' The Times

No fads, no nonsense, just practical, science-based advice on how to eat well

Daily Mail, Books of the Year, on FOOD FOR LIFE

** THE ONLY GUT-HEALTH COOKBOOK YOU NEED FROM THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FOOD FOR LIFE AND ITV LORRAINE&rsquo;S GUT-HEALTH EXPERT ** 
 
In: 30 plants a week. Out: Calorie counting. 
In: Fermenting. Out: Ultra-processed foods. 
But, how? 
 
The Food For Life Cookbook takes the ground-breaking guidance in Tim Spector's #1 bestselling guide to the new science of eating well and, in over 100 delicious and achievable recipes created in collaboration with ZOE, shows just how simple and enjoyable it can be to adapt to a gut-friendly way of eating. 
 
Shaped by Tim's own experience of transforming the way he eats, as well as common requests from readers and ZOE members, chapters include 15-minute meals, ideas for eating well when the fridge looks bare, and generous feasts and sweet treats for special moments with friends. 
 
Packed with inspiration for delicious meals to feed you, your family and your microbiome, as well as tips for increasing plant diversity and science-based explanations for the nutritional benefits of the ingredients and recipes included, The Food For Life Cookbook is a must-have for every gut-loving home and kitchen. 
 
Go with your gut. Join the food revolution.

Tim Spector

Your Guide to the New Science of Eating Well from the #1 Sunday Times bestseller

'Life-changing' DAVINA McCALL 
'A must-read' Dr RUPY AUJLA 
'Fascinating' NIGELLA LAWSON 
'Empowering' LIZ EARLE 
 
**AS HEARD ON THE DIARY OF A CEO PODCAST** 
 
Food is our greatest ally for good health, but the question of what to eat in the age of ultra-processed food has never seemed so complicated. 
Drawing on cutting-edge research and personal insights, Professor Tim Spector offers clear answers in this definitive, easy-to-follow guide to the new science of eating well. 
 
Empowering and practical, Food for Life is nothing less than a new approach to how to eat - for our health and the health of the planet. 
 
‘No fads, no nonsense, just practical, science-based advice on how to eat well’ Daily Mail, Books of the Year 
 
'A rigorously academic book that welcomes the layperson with open arms' The Times 
 
** A THE TIMES and SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR** 
** WINNER OF THE FORTNUM & MASON SPECIAL AWARD **

Tim Spector

Food for Life

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