It’s very easy to read books on nutrition that are heavily influenced by diet culture. And even if the next “Shed 10 pounds in 2 days”-bestseller doesn’t seem to promote diet culture, the author might – whether that is knowingly or not – phrase things a certain way.

Especially if you have a history of dieting and might be triggered by certain phrases, I have some great book recommendations that will not only challenge your opinion on food and nutrition but maybe also change your mind about food being the enemy here. 

1. “Intuitive Eating” by Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole

From their many years of experience, dietitians Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole introduce you to the blissful world of intuitive eating. Embrace a life of food freedom. With a lot of case studies that might seem a little bit familiar, their non-judgmental approach makes for a really insightful read. 

2. “Intuitive Eating Workbook” by Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole

If you are hooked on intuitive eating, why not check out the workbook, too? That way you get to put their theoretical approach into practice. It will also be your trusty companion as you navigate a very non-intuitive eating world. 

3. “The F*ck It Diet” by Caroline Dooner

Are you looking for ways to challenge your own relationship with food? Then “The F*ck It Diet” might be for you. It’s the book that finally puts the diet industry in its place – and shows you other approaches toward mindful eating. This book is a great balance of humor and evidence-based information.

4. “Anti-Diet” by Christy Harrison

The only diet that is worth your time is the “Anti-Diet”. Not only will dietitian Christy Harrison make you question everything you know about health and nutrition, but she’ll also share the history of diet culture and its influence on our daily life with you. Get ready to have your mind blown.

5. “Just Eat It” by Laura Thomas

“Just Eat it” is something that I would like to tell many of my clients (a little bit friendlier, though). It’s not always that simple. This is why I recommend reading Laura Thomas’ book and let her help you take that final step – to just eat it without fear or shame.

6. “Body Kindness” by Rebecca Scritchfield

Last but not least, this book is the antidote to yo-yo diets and punishing workouts, which, sadly, go hand in hand a lot of the time. Scritchfield looks at health from a holistic point of view – which should be the only point of view, if you ask me. 

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