Dr. Davis is a cardiologist and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, and several other books on adopting a wheat-free diet as a way to improve health, and lose weight. Dr. Davis’ most recent book is Undoctored: Why Health Care Has Failed You and How You Can Become Smarter Than Your Doctor. Dr. Davis has made a number of television appearances including the Dr. Oz Show, and the Colbert Report, and he now focuses on preventive care and providing self-empowering strategies to the public through his books and projects. In today’s interview, we talk about wheat, and why it causes so many issues for so many people. My Fertility Awareness Programs are designed to help you to master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. Click here for more information! Topics discussed in today's episode: How did Dr. Davis become the "wheat guy"? Is gluten the only problem with wheat? What are some of the other issues with wheat and other grains beyond gluten? Can human beings even digest grains? If grains are so indigestible, how have human beings been consuming it for thousands of years? What is the difference between modern wheat and the wheat our ancestors used to eat? How has wheat been modified over the years, and why is this "new" wheat so problematic? Why cooking with wheat is different from cooking with flour that doesn't contain gluten How does eating wheat affect your appetite? What effect do wheat and other grains have on your blood sugar? We know that there are people that absolutely can't eat grains, but what about the rest of us are there negative implications for all of us? Should we all stop eating wheat? Is there a middle ground? The relationship between PCOS and wheat consumption Is wheat and other grain consumption related to infertility? How to transition away from wheat and other grains Connect with William: You can connect with William on his Website, on Facebook, and Twitter. Resources mentioned: Dr. William Davis | Wheat Belly Blog Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight and Find Your Path Back to Health | Dr. William Davis Undoctored: Why Health Care Has Failed You and How You Can Become Smarter Than Your Doctor | Dr. William Davis 10 Day Grain Detox | Dr. William Davis Related podcasts & blog posts: [On-Air Client Session] FFP 131 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Managing Hashimoto’s Naturally | Going Gluten Free | Kelly & Lisa Fertility Awareness Podcast Episodes | Fertility Friday Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!