Food Quote by William Davis
““Consume in limited quantities Non-cheese dairy—milk, cottage cheese, yogurt, butter Fruit—Berries are the best: blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, cranberries, and cherries. Be careful of the most sugary fruits, including pineapple, papaya, mango, and banana. Avoid dried fruit, especially figs and dates, due to the excessive sugar content. Whole corn (not to be confused with cornmeal or cornstarch, which should be avoided) Fruit juices Nonwheat, nongluten grains—quinoa, millet, sorghum, teff, amaranth, buckwheat, rice (brown and white), oats, wild rice Legumes—black beans, kidney beans, butter beans, Spanish beans, lima beans; lentils; chickpeas; potatoes (white and red), yams, sweet potatoes Soy products—tofu, tempeh, miso, natto; edamame, soybeans””
About This Quote
Source Book: Wheat Belly by William Davis, 2011
A dietary guide emphasizing low‑sugar fruits, non‑wheat grains, legumes, and soy while avoiding high‑sugar fruits, dried fruit, and certain starches.
In simple terms: Eat low‑sugar fruits, whole grains, legumes, soy; avoid sugary fruits, dried fruit, cornmeal, starches.
Key Takeaway
Choose low‑sugar foods, limit high‑sugar items.
Themes
nutrition
diet
health
glycemic control
whole foods
Mood
cautious
informative
Type
advice
educational
When to use this quote
- meal planning
- grocery shopping
- dietary counseling
- weight management
- diabetes prevention
Key Concepts
glycemic index
food groups
carbohydrate quality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance low‑sugar choices with personal preferences?
- What alternatives can replace excluded foods?
A Different Perspective
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