Gary Taubes

Gary Taubes is an American science writer known for challenging conventional wisdom in nutrition and health.

With degrees in applied physics, aerospace engineering, and journalism, Taubes has written for various science magazines and authored several books on scientific controversies.

His work on diet and nutrition, particularly "Good Calories, Bad Calories," has gained significant attention for questioning established dietary guidelines.

Taubes' main hypothesis focuses on the role of carbohydrates and insulin in fat storage.

His background in physics and journalism has influenced his approach to investigating and reporting on complex scientific issues, making him a prominent figure in the ongoing debate about diet and health.