IN THE NEWS: Researchers have found that a very low-carbohydrate diet helped improve body composition, fat distribution, and metabolic health in the elderly. Also, pandemic-related cooking and eating habits could help curb food waste — if consumers stick to them MAIN: The Slow Carb Diet. Timothy Ferriss describes his version of the Slow Carb Diet in his 4-Hour Body Book. We discuss his rules and list some of the pros and cons. Then, we give our version of a Slow Carb Diet.  TRIVIA: Can taking reishi mushroom tea or extract help with sleep? LISTENER QUESTION: Listener Question: What is a reishi mushroom? We now offer RDN and DTR CONTINUING EDUCATION through our website. WEBSITE: www.lettuceexplain.com TWITTER:@LettuceExplain INSTAGRAM: @lettuceexplain FACEBOOK: @lettuceexplain EMAIL: lettuceexplain@gmail.com

#097: Nutrient-Rich Plant Foods

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