7 Books That Will Skyrocket Your Health in 2025
Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia
I recommend this book to anyone who wants a comprehensive science-based guide on longevity and healthspan. Attia focuses on four key areas: exercise, nutrition, sleep, and emotional health. He emphasizes the importance of proactive healthcare and explains how to prevent chronic diseases through lifestyle. This book takes a deep dive into exercise protocols and metabolic health.
Gut by Giulia Enders
I never knew a book about the gut could be so quirky and witty. Gut is a surprisingly entertaining exploration of the digestive system. Enders explains complex gastroenterological processes in accessible language, covering everything from the basics of digestion to the gut’s influence on our immune system. She reveals fascinating facts about how our gut works and its connection to overall health, including its impact on weight, mood, and immune function. I highly recommend this as a first read if you are getting into gut health!
The Mind-Gut Connection by Dr. Emeran Mayer
In this deeper dive into the gut, Mayer explores the bidirectional communication between our brain and microbiome. He explains how gut bacteria influence our mood, decisions, and even personality. He discusses how emotional well-being affects digestive health and vice versa, offering practical advice for optimizing this connection through diet and lifestyle changes.
Forever Strong by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
This gem focuses on muscle-centric medicine and the importance of protein optimization. Dr. Lyon emphasizes the role of muscle as our body’s metabolic organ and explains how maintaining muscle mass is crucial for longevity. The book provides practical protocols for exercise and nutrition to support muscle health throughout the lifespan.
Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means
Good Energy is a must-read for exploring the science of metabolic health and its impact on energy levels. Dr. Means discusses how blood sugar regulation affects everything from mood to chronic disease risk. She beautifully ties these concepts to the root of energy – mitochondrial health. Read this for practical strategies to optimize metabolism through diet, lifestyle, and technology-assisted monitoring.
The Myth of Normal by Dr. Gabor Mate
This was one of my top three favorite books of 2024. Dr. Maté examines how modern society impacts our physical and mental health. Maté argues that many “normal” aspects of our culture are actually harmful to well-being. He explores how trauma and stress manifest in physical illness and offers a new framework for understanding health in the context of our social environment. You will find endless insights in this one!
Metabolical by Dr. Robert Lustig
Metabolical is a deep dive into how processed food has hijacked our metabolic health. Dr. Lustig explains the science behind how sugar and processed foods drive chronic disease. He argues that the food industry has created an environment that promotes metabolic dysfunction and offers solutions for reclaiming our health through real food. My mind was blown learning about just how corrupt our food industry is!
If you got this far, thank you for reading! If you pick up one of these books PLEASE let me know your thoughts as you read it!
xoxo Jamie Jo
