In a discussion regarding the recent trend of extreme chewing and blenderizing food to enhance nutrient absorption, Model Gut's senior scientist Richard Faulks expressed skepticism. He argued that while saliva contains enzymes crucial for starch breakdown, the pancreas also produces these enzymes, meaning that any issues caused by inadequate chewing are likely compensated for in the small intestine. Faulks emphasized that the human digestive system is already highly efficient in extracting nutrients from food.

Furthermore, Faulks criticized a common misconception in nutritional science that suggests an increase in nutrient intake inevitably leads to better health. He indicated that the idea that "if some is good, more is better" oversimplifies the complexities of digestion and nutrition. Ultimately, according to Faulks, our digestive system is well-designed to meet our dietary needs without the necessity for extreme chewing or extreme modifications to food.