Gut
by Giulia Enders
A young German medical student explains digestion with humour and drawings: how swallowing works, why we have an appendix, the microbiome, bowel habits. It sold millions in Europe and is the most charming science book on the subject.
Read it if…
you want to understand your gut and enjoy it.
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Skip it if…
you want a protocol.
Try instead: The Good Gut →
Three things you will actually use
- The gut is sophisticated and underrated.
- Posture affects digestion.
- Microbes are allies to be fed.
Do this first
Read the chapter on how to sit on a toilet properly.
Our verdict
Charming digestion science.
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