#314 Food Fear No More: Dr. Amati on Intuitive and Science-Backed Eating

What if everything you thought you knew about nutrition was wrong? Gabby Reece and Dr. Federica Amati unpacks the truth about food quality versus calorie counting, the dangers of restrictive diets, and the hidden impact of social pressures—especially on young women. She reveals the power of the gut microbiome, the importance of personalized nutrition, and the surprising insights from twin studies on diet and health. Plus, the conversation explores how AI could revolutionize nutrition science and why cooking skills are more essential than ever. If you’re ready to rethink your relationship with food and take control of your health, this episode is a must-listen! Also check out Gabby's recent appearance on the ZOE Podcast! - https://link.chtbl.com/yV_TvVQo

CHAPTERS 00:00 The Impact of Nutrition on Health 04:06 Understanding Health Span vs. Longevity 07:59 The Role of Food in Social Connection 11:53 Barriers to Healthy Eating 16:02 Cultural and Economic Influences on Diet 19:59 The Misconceptions of Caloric Intake 24:03 The Psychological Aspects of Eating 27:58 The Fear of Food in Young Women 38:23 The Impact of Diet on Women's Health 41:53 The Obsession with Protein and Muscle Building 43:45 Fear and Misinformation Around Food Choices 49:21 The Role of Social Media in Body Image Issues 50:16 Transformative Stories of Dietary Change 54:38 The Importance of Gut Health 57:58 Navigating Antibiotics and Gut Recovery 01:02:14 The Power of Cooking and Food Preparation 01:10:14 Understanding the Gut Microbiome 01:20:10 Insights from Twin Studies on Diet and Health 01:21:22 The Impact of Gut Microbiome on Nutrition 01:23:12 Listening to Your Body's Nutritional Needs 01:24:40 Removing Fear from Nutrition Choices 01:26:15 Understanding Nutrition Science 01:28:46 Pregnancy Nutrition and Its Importance 01:34:05 The Controversy of Breastfeeding 01:42:14 Supporting Adolescents' Nutritional Needs 01:50:03 The Role of AI in Nutrition Science

For more Gabby: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficial The Gabby Reece Show Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeEINLNlGvIceFOP7aAZk5A To hear more between Gabby and Dr. Amati, check out their conversation on the ZOE Science and Nutrition Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/yV_TvVQo KEYWORDS nutrition, health, food quality, health span, longevity, Mediterranean diet, barriers to healthy eating, cultural influences, caloric intake, psychological aspects of eating, women's health, diet, protein obsession, misinformation, social media, gut health, cooking, microbiome, dietary change, twin studies, gut microbiome, personalized nutrition, pregnancy nutrition, breastfeeding, adolescent health, nutrition science, AI in healthcare, nutrition education, food choices, health optimization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices