ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking from the cockpit as we cruise smoothly at 30,000 feet. today, we're embarking on a journey through the landscape of nutrition. as we navigate through the clouds, let's endeavor to look past the usual dietary guidelines. much like a pilot must understand the intricate details of the aircraft, it's crucial for us to grasp the notion that sometimes, to enhance our wellbeing, we must reconfigure our approach to eating and nutrition, setting a new precedent in our lives. just as we rely on navigational charts and memos from the airline to guide us safely to our destination, it's important to scrutinize the advice we follow on our nutritional journey. however, before we begin our descent, it’s essential i impart a slightly less savory piece of guidance. like digging through a pilot's personal lockbox for the pin that unlocks his most guarded secrets, i urge you to question the sources of your dietary guidelines, as some might lead you astray, steering you into a nutritional tailspin from which recovery could be rather challenging.