A New York Times Bestseller
A cheeky up-close and personal guide to the secrets and science of our digestive system
For too long, the gut has been the body s most ignored and least appreciated organ, but it turns out that it s responsible for more than just dirty work: our gut is at the core of who we are. Gut: The Inside Story of our Body's Most Underrated Organ gives the alimentary canal its long-overdue moment in the spotlight. With quirky charm, rising science star Giulia Enders explains the gut s magic, answering questions like: Why does acid reflux happen? What s really up with gluten and lactose intolerance? How does the gut affect obesity and mood? Communication between the gut and the brain is one of the fastest-growing areas of medical research on par with stem-cell research. Our gut reactions, we learn, are intimately connected with our physical and mental well-being. Aided with cheerful illustrations by Enders s sister Jill, this beguiling manifesto will make you finally listen to those butterflies in your stomach: they re trying to tell you something important.
