Focus on stabilizing your blood sugar rather than counting calories, as this is a more attainable health target that improves short-term and long-term health, energy, focus, and reduces cravings.
Prioritize eating foods that originate directly from nature, especially carbohydrates, as they are more likely to contain fiber, support blood sugar stability, and help you avoid harmful chemicals.
Consciously choose foods that nourish your gut microbes, such as fiber, seeds, nuts, and polyphenol, probiotic, and prebiotic foods, to cultivate healthier cravings and improve gut health.
Consume protein with every meal, understanding that the amino acids it provides are essential for hormone health and overall well-being, extending beyond just muscle development.
Break your fast intentionally by structuring your first meal with fibery, fermented, polyphenol, probiotic, and prebiotic foods (e.g., salads, seeds, nuts), adequate protein, and healthy natural fats like avocado or nut butters to support gut health, muscle, and blood sugar stability.
After eating, self-assess your body’s response: if your energy drops, brain fog kicks in, or you’re hungry again within two hours, your meal likely didn’t stabilize your blood sugar effectively.
Recognize that cravings for sugar and processed foods may stem from an unhealthy gut microbiome, and consciously override these initial desires to foster new, healthier bacteria that will eventually lead to healthier cravings.
Implement a personal framework or ‘bumper rails’ for your food choices, asking how close a food is to its natural source, to protect yourself from the modern toxic food environment and chronic disease.
Be cautious of packaged foods, particularly those found in the center aisles of grocery stores with 20 or more ingredients, as they likely contain unvetted chemicals and offer less nutritional value.
Women should prioritize consuming ample fiber to nourish their gut microbiome, as this is foundational for the metabolism of hormones and overall health.
Consider using tools like a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) or a Keto Mojo blood sugar reader to understand how different foods and eating styles impact your personal blood sugar stability.
Recognize food as one of the greatest tools available to either enhance or detract from the life you want, and consciously use it to support your well-being.
Always consult your healthcare practitioner before making significant dietary changes, especially if you are suffering from an eating disorder, have an existing health condition, or are taking medication, particularly before prolonged periods without eating.
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Consider incorporating AG1, a daily health drink, into your routine to support digestion and enrich your gut microbiome with beneficial bacteria.