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The Starch Solution

John McDougall Β· 2013
58/100
πŸ‘Ž Skip It

McDougall's enthusiasm for starchy plant-based eating is genuine and the meal plan is practical, but the core scientific claims are disputed well beyond the usual diet-book caveat β€” critics with medical credentials specifically challenge the evidence base. The dogmatic tone and extreme restriction of fat and animal products make this a book for true believers rather than curious readers looking for balanced nutritional guidance.

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Verdict receipt0–100
safety70
substance62
craft65
originality60
accuracy45
hype48
age-fit72
human-eye58
Penny’s verdict58
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