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Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health Hardcover – May 14, 2024

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A bold new vision for optimizing our health now and in the future


What if depression, anxiety, infertility, insomnia, heart disease, erectile dysfunction, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and many other health conditions that torture and shorten our lives actually have the same root cause?
    Our ability to prevent and reverse these conditions - and feel incredible
today -  is under our control and simpler than we think. The key is our metabolic function - the most important and least understood factor in our overall health. As Dr. Casey Means explains in this groundbreaking book, nearly every health problem we face can be explained by how well the cells in our body create and use energy. To live free from frustrating symptoms and life-threatening disease, we need our cells to be optimally powered so that they can create “good energy,” the essential fuel that impacts every aspect of our physical and mental wellbeing.
   If you are battling minor signals of “bad energy” inside your body, it is often a warning sign that more life-threatening illness may emerge later in life. But here’s the good news: for the first time ever, we can monitor our metabolic health in great detail and learn how to improve it ourselves.
    Weaving together cutting-edge research and personal stories, as well as groundbreaking data from the health technology company Dr. Means founded,
Good Energy offers an essential four-week plan and explains:

  • The five biomarkers that determine your risk for a deadly disease.
  • How to use inexpensive tools and technology to “see inside your body” and take action.
  • Why dietary philosophies are designed to confuse us, and six lifelong food principles you can implement whether you’re carnivore or vegan.
  • The crucial links between sleep, circadian rhythm, and metabolism
  • A new framework for exercise focused on building simple movement into everyday activities
  • How cold and heat exposure helps build our body’s resilience
  • Steps to navigate the medical system to get what you need for optimal health

   Good Energy offers a new, cutting-edge understanding of the true cause of illness that until now has remained hidden.  It will help you optimize your ability to live well and stay well at every age.
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A cutting-edge framework for attaining optimal health and living well at any age, says Casey Means

A tour de force... and what we can do to feel better, says Mark Hyman, MD

Here are the keys to the kingdom for regaining and maintaining optimal health, says David Perlmutter

A life-changing book full of accessible science and practical strategies, says Sara Gottfriend, MD

Full of actionable steps to be mentally and physically strong — Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Provides readers tactical tips to take their power back, says Jillian Michaels

Tells the story of a medical system run amok, & yet how you can be the good — Robert H. Lustig

Prioritize good energy. Feel better today and prevent disease tomorrow with GOOD ENERGY

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“A tour de force on how metabolism underpins most major diseases and what we can do to feel better and live longer. Everyone will benefit from reading Good Energy.”
- Mark Hyman, MD, 15x New York Times bestselling author and senior advisor for Cleveland Clinic for Functional Medicine
 
“Here are the keys to the kingdom for regaining and maintaining optimal health.”
- David Perlmutter, MD, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Grain Brain and Drop Acid

Good Energy is a powerful vision for a brighter future—for both people and the planet. Dr. Means presents an empowering action plan for health of the mind, body, and spirit that everyone can benefit from.”
—Jay Shetty, #1 New York Times bestselling author and host of the On Purpose podcast
 
Good Energy is a life-changing book full of accessible science and practical strategies for metabolically healthy living and blood sugar control. Dr. Means's book is unique in connecting the dots on diverse aspects of health from the cellular level to the spiritual, and from soil biodiversity to healthcare incentives. Readers will be inspired and empowered by her hopeful message on the key strategies and tools for how to thrive. People at all phases of life benefit from a metabolic framework to feel their best, and Casey paints a clear case for why, and how to achieve it."
- Sara Gottfried, MD, author of the New York Times bestselling The Hormone Cure

"In
Good Energy, Dr. Means challenges the conventional dogma of healthcare and presents a compelling case for a metabolic-focused approach to longevity, health, and weight management. Good Energy is full of actionable steps to be mentally and physically strong, and revitalize your life.”
- Dr. Gabrielle Lyon author of the New York Times bestselling Forever Strong

“For too long we have created a 'health care' system that is really a 'sick care' system. Its outcomes are too often marginal in improving our overall and long term health. Improving the metabolic health of Americans is an urgent national security priority. We are in a health crisis in our military and our nation. The path prescribed herein optimizes our metabolic habits while modernizing our health system to fix the root causes. Brilliant, timely, and remarkably impactful. Read this book. Tell your friends.”
-Mike Mullen, Admiral USN (Ret.), 17th Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
 
“An empowering book which argues we have much more control over our health than we’re led to believe.” 
- Max Lugavere, author of the New York Times bestselling Genius Foods

"
Good Energy should be required reading for every medical student and healthcare practitioner. As a system and as individuals, we must adopt a metabolic, mitochondria-focused lens for health and vitality. Autoimmunity — along many other chronic illnesses —  are closely tied to metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance.  Foundational to better energy and health outcomes  is getting metabolic health and blood sugar under control. Dr. Means shows readers how." 
- Terry Wahls, MD, author of The Wahls Protocol

“Fitness and healthy food should be at the center of how we think about preventing and reversing disease and obesity — but they aren't.
Good Energy explains why this is the case and provides readers tactical tips to take their power back. Calley and Casey Means are bold siblings on a mission who communicate timeless and accessible metabolic principles that anyone can implement." 
- Jillian Michaels, fitness and nutrition expert and author
 
“Dr. Casey Means slid down the rabbit hole — malfunctioning mitochondria, dinosaur doctors, fake food, pharma failure, health harms, and political payoffs.
Good Energy tells the story of a medical system run amuck, and yet how you can be the good you want to see in the world.”
- Robert H. Lustig, MD, author of Metabolical, and emeritus professor of pediatrics, UCSF
 
“In
Good Energy, Casey and Calley Means powerfully explain how we can use metabolic health tools and strategies to support our own health and that of our children and families.”
- Kelly Leveque, nutritionist and author of Body Love
 
“In
Good Energy, Dr. Means makes a bold case for why food — and particularly regenerative agriculture — must be at the very center of healthcare. She has emerged as one of the strongest physician voices teaching doctors and patients that we will never achieve optimal human health without optimal soil health and biodiversity — a message that the healthcare system would be wise to pay attention to. Dr. Means makes it clear that we can't drug our way out of a broken food system.”
- Will Harris, regenerative agriculture leader and owner of White Oak Pastures

About the Author

Casey Means is the Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of Levels, a health technology company with the mission of reversing the world’s metabolic health crisis. She has been on faculty at Stanford University, lecturing on metabolic health and health technology. She received her undergraduate degree with honors from Stanford, where she was President of her class. She graduated from Stanford Medical School and trained in Head & Neck Surgery at Oregon Health and Science University before leaving traditional medicine to devote her life to tackling the root cause of why Americans are sick. Calley Means is Co-Founder of TrueMed, and an advocate for policy to change health incentives. He is a graduate of Stanford and Harvard Business School.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Avery (May 14, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 400 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593712641
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593712641
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1.21 x 9.31 inches
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Customers find this book incredibly informative, with great detail about the science and practical tips for healthier eating. Moreover, the book is written in easily understandable terms and analogies, making it a must-read for healthcare professionals. Additionally, they appreciate its motivational content and spiritual grounding, with one customer noting how it weaves personal experiences with system issues. However, customers disagree on the value for money, with some finding it worth the price while others consider it a waste of money.

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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2025
    I have never recommended a book to anyone as much or as strongly as I recommend this one. It is the single best book you can read to finally own your health rather than continuing down the typical American path of chronic illness and feeling like garbage. This book explains the problem thoroughly, teaches you how to find out where you fall in the spectrum of the problem, and then how to correct the problem. As a midwife, I have helped several women I know learn their numbers and get on the right path. Personally, I lost 17 pounds in the 3-4 months after I read this book by implementing her program. Those were baby weight pounds I'd hung on to for over 10 years (and I'd given up on losing) and now they're finally gone with so little effort it's kinda ridiculous! I saw this book sitting on a table at a friend's house just yesterday and she said she had spent $300 to get a copy for every member of her family around Christmas. It's that good. It is written by a surgeon who left her career because she was tired of never truly fixing anybody -- she wanted to find out what was really going on with all the sickness in our society and she's nailed it down and explains it so well. Get this book NOW!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2025
    As someone who has spent years studying health, nutrition, and longevity, I can confidently say that Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means is the most profound and transformative books on health I have ever read. This book is not just another wellness guide, it’s a paradigm shift in how we understand the root causes of disease, the power of metabolic health, and what it truly means to thrive. Even more so, her insight into regenerative agriculture, spirituality and environmentalism is profound.

    Dr. Means masterfully weaves together cutting-edge science, ancestral wisdom, and practical strategies to help readers reclaim their health at the cellular level. Her insights on mitochondrial function, inflammation, and how our modern lifestyle is hijacking our well-being are eye-opening. Unlike many health books that focus on quick fixes, Good Energy provides a holistic framework for sustainable vitality, one that is empowering, deeply researched, and actionable.

    What sets this book apart is Dr. Means' ability to break down complex concepts in a way that is both accessible and inspiring. She doesn't just tell you what to do, she explains why it matters, making it impossible to ignore the profound impact our daily choices have on our long-term health. Whether you're a seasoned health enthusiast or just starting your wellness journey, this book will change the way you think about food, movement, stress, and sleep.

    I’ve read countless books on health, but Good Energy stands out as the best. It’s not just a book, it’s a blueprint for a life filled with energy, clarity, and true well-being. If you care about your health, this is a must-read.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
    Absolutely fabulous book. The authors are so incredibly knowledgeable. I saw them in several interviews and I was so impressed i decided to purchase their book. This bsister and brother duo and going to make a difference in people’s health if they read this book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2025
    Good Energy is a compelling and timely read that delves into the growing health crisis in the U.S., particularly related to metabolic syndrome and the detrimental effects of industrialized foods. Dr. Casey Means does an excellent job of simplifying complex topics in human physiology and nutrition, making them accessible to a broad audience. She effectively links the rise of chronic health issues, like obesity and diabetes, to the widespread consumption of processed foods, particularly seed oils, refined carbohydrates, and low-nutrient "junk" foods.

    One of the book’s most valuable contributions is its re-framing of metabolic syndrome, a condition affecting millions of Americans. By introducing the concept of "Good Energy," Dr. Means makes metabolic health more relatable and actionable, encouraging readers to rethink their relationship with food and energy. The book also provides practical tips for healthier eating, including recipes that demonstrate how to incorporate nutrient-dense foods into everyday meals, which can help readers make meaningful changes to their diet.

    However, as informative and practical as the book is, its impact is slightly diluted in the final chapters. Dr. Means introduces speculative ideas about lifestyle changes—such as the use of psilocybin—which, while interesting, seem out of place in a book focused on tangible, evidence-based solutions. This shift toward unproven or controversial suggestions may detract from the book's primary message and could undermine its credibility for readers looking for concrete, sustainable advice.

    Despite this, Good Energy remains an invaluable resource for anyone interested in improving their health through better nutrition. Its focus on metabolic health and the dangers of industrialized food systems is timely and important, making it a must-read for those seeking to understand—and address—the root causes of the ongoing health crisis in the U.S.
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    Reviewed in Spain on January 14, 2025
    I am so excited to read this book. I am 36 and still healthy. However, I wanted to open my mind to be the best version of myself. For those who are healthy now, you never know. Might as well educate yourself in advance to be able to prevent such diseases and how can we live a healthier and happy life. I believe this book will give valuable information towards it. Thank you for the fast delivery!
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    I am so excited to read this book. I am 36 and still healthy. However, I wanted to open my mind to be the best version of myself. For those who are healthy now, you never know. Might as well educate yourself in advance to be able to prevent such diseases and how can we live a healthier and happy life. I believe this book will give valuable information towards it. Thank you for the fast delivery!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Help Your Health
    Reviewed in Canada on September 18, 2024
    Good Energy written by Casey Means offers a deep dive on the deteriorating of health of North Americans.

    Means paints a picture of horrible health outcomes noting statistics like, “six out of ten adults are living with a chronic illness” and “Seventy-four percent of adults are overweight or have obesity.” Means notes that “preventable lifestyle conditions are responsible for 80 percent of modern human deaths.”

    To Means what ails us isn’t a complicated mystery but a clear byproduct of lifestyle. Our choices have consequences. She notes that many of the health problems share a common element: metabolic dysfunction. Healthy metabolic function or what Means considers Good Energy is the goal for happy health. Means defines metabolism as “the set of cellular mechanisms that transform food into energy that can power every single cell in the body.”

    Over the past 100 years, the types of foods we consume, quantities, and our living environments have changed dramatically, not for the better. Means points out that “we are consuming astronomically more sugar (i.e., up to 3,000 percent more liquid fructose), working in more sedentary jobs, and sleeping 25 percent less. We’re also exposed to over eighty thousand synthetic chemicals in our food, water, and air.” There are consequences to these exposures. Our metabolic markers are reflective of our health. “93 percent of Americans are in the danger zone on at least one key metabolic marker.” Means points out, “No animals in the wild suffer from widespread metabolic conditions, nor did humans as little as seventy-five years ago.”

    We’re consuming 20 percent more calories and eating too many processed foods. The average adult now eats 70% of their calories from processed food. We’re missing numerous necessary nutrients and our metabolic function is compromised as a result. Coupled with increased calorie intake is our decreased activity. We eat more and do less. We get fatter and sicker as a result. Additionally, our lifestyles are also more stressful. This has hormonal impact which impacts our health.

    The costs of making catastrophic choices is calamitous. Means notes, “more than 75 percent of deaths and 80 percent of costs are driven by obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and other preventable and reversible metabolic conditions we have today.”

    Means takes her readers on a detailed description of each of these areas highlighting what the consequences are to the body of negative choices.

    Unfortunately, virtually all aspects of healthcare are incented to manage disease as opposed to promote health. Money is made by treating ailments not in having a healthy population. From medical schools to hospitals to insurance companies and pharmaceutical businesses, all benefit from managing disease as opposed to preventing it. Means writes, “Every institution that impacts your health makes more money when you are sick and less when you are healthy.”

    Means suggests the solution lies in owning responsibility for our health. Know this NOCLYS: No One Cares Like You Should. Your health is yours. Don’t leave it to the hands of experts or professionals. Care enough to care about your own healthcare. Medical intervention is great for acute emergencies like broken bones. However, we can take greater ownership of “regular” healthcare. Means writes, “You are the primary person in charge of understanding your body.” This is easier now with technology. We can get real time information about what’s going on inside.

    Means presents five accessible bio-markers we can seek to have tested by our doctors: blood sugar, triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, blood pressure, and waist circumference. She provides values or targets for these bio-markers that are much “stricter” than what the medical industry considers normal.

    Means writes of the importance of nutrition to our health. “What we put into our bodies is the most critical decision for our health and happiness.” Food is what drives everything inside of us. All of our bodily functions require energy. That energy comes from the nutrients we consume. Unfortunately, what most of us are consuming is not ideal. Our choices as to what to consume are compromising our health.

    “Refined added sugar causes astronomically more deaths and disability per year than COVID-19 and fentanyl overdoses combined. We need to see refined added sugar for what it is: an addictive, dangerous drug that has been included in 74 percent of foods in the U.S. food system and for which the body needs zero grams in a lifetime.”

    Amidst the backdrop of deteriorating health of the average person, Means offers an optimistic path forward. She suggests technology and knowledge is available to help us help ourselves. Seek to have the bio-markers she suggests measured by your physician and work to improve these to target levels Means sets out. Then patiently work to integrate more of her suggestions into your daily life. Means suggests monitoring food intake by keeping a food journal, setting nutritional goals like consuming 50 grams of fiber daily, adding fiber to each meal, eating more of daily calories earlier in the day, seeking to narrow the number of hours a day in which food is consumed down to a goal of ten, and to aim for a fifteen-minute walk after eating. She suggests three “rules” of nutrition: avoid refined sugars, refined grains, and seed oils. This narrows down food choices away from processed to natural foods.

    Sleep, too, becomes a key factor supporting our health. Our sleep quantity and quality has been impaired over the years. We should be aiming to get seven to eight hours a night of quality sleep. Keeping our bedrooms dark, phones far away, and controlling temperature are all factors to assist the quantity and quality of sleep we enjoy.

    Sleeping and eating better will provide a boost to our energy which can be further enhanced by making movement a part of our day. We’re moving much less than past generations. Means suggests more frequent bouts of exercise throughout the day are more valuable than one vigorous session. We don’t have to go full out to get benefits. Moderate activity works wonders. Moving for a minute or two here and five minutes there several times during the day adds up to material health. There is no right way to exercise. Anything that you’ll do regularly is ideal.

    Beyond eating, sleeping, and exercising, avoiding chemicals becomes a goal. Chemicals from air, water, packaging, cosmetics, and other hygiene products can all contain things which we either know little about or are developing evidence that exposure over time leads to negative health consequences.

    Reducing exposure to stress, too, will help our bodies. We become a byproduct of our inputs. The information we absorb has biological impact. Most news is negative and causes cortisol to swim around our bodies resulting in health consequences. Means writes, “A cell living in a body experiencing chronic fear is a cell that cannot fully thrive.” Technology can be addictive which fragments our attention and impacts our bodies as well.

    Good Energy is a worthwhile read that will give you as much insight as you want to explore related to the threats to our health our modern world offers as well as a detailed and practical approach to taking responsibility for and regaining our personal health.
  • poolie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 17, 2025
    I’d read Metabolical by Dr Lustig (another brilliant book).
    This has overlaps, and I hesitated because if that, but a friend who lectures on nutrition recommended it so I bought it. (And subsequently bought another as a gift for a friend).

    It’s a great book for anyone wanting to get a lot healthier.
    It doesn’t just tell you how to do it, but gives all the science behind the advice right down to cellular level. At the same time, it’s not a difficult read. It’s well explained and easy to follow. Dr Means also gives pertinent examples from her medical career and personal life.

    Extremely well-researched, and is a positive life changer.
    If you have kids you really must get this.
  • Renata Santana
    5.0 out of 5 stars My mom loved it
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 26, 2024
    " Excellent book "
  • mpinter85
    5.0 out of 5 stars A true gem!!
    Reviewed in France on June 11, 2024
    I wish everyone read this book....!