num_pages: 331
description: For over two decades weight loss surgeon Dr Andrew Jenkinson has treated thousands of people who have become trapped in the endless cycle of dieting. Why We Eat (Too Much) combines case studies from his practice and the new science of metabolism to illuminate how our appetite really works.Debunking the great myths of the body and systematically explaining why dieting is counter-productive this unflinching book investigates every aspect of nutrition. From the difference between good and bad fats to the impact of genes and genetic mutation on our weight and what happens to our hormones long after a diet ends Dr Jenkinson explores the fields of agriculture pharma anthropology and medicine to uncover the truth behind our bad food habits and the escalating obesity crisis.Joanna Blythman author of Swallow This'Fascinating science' ITV 'Highly persuasive ... a radical approach to weight loss' Sunday Times'A compelling look at the science of appetite and metabolism' VogueA practical accessible guide to understanding the diet myth and the secret to lasting weight loss.
language: English
title: Why We Eat (Too Much): The New Science of Appetite
publisher: Penguin Life