Why We Eat (Too Much)
The New Science of Appetite
2021· Penguin Books, Limited· 352 pages
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Synopsis
What if everything you were taught about dieting was wrong?
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.
Dr Jenkinson explores the fields of agriculture, pharma, anthropology and medicine to uncover the truth behind our bad food habits and explain the escalating obesity crisis. This is a practical, accessible guide to the secret to lasting weight loss.
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.
Dr Jenkinson explores the fields of agriculture, pharma, anthropology and medicine to uncover the truth behind our bad food habits and explain the escalating obesity crisis. This is a practical, accessible guide to the secret to lasting weight loss.
Reviews (1)
★Sarah@sarah★ 6.5
A good breakdown of how our bodies work, backed with interesting, easy to swallow science and reflection on the effects of modern diets in general, however there was a weird thread of general fatphobia and severe lack of acknowledgement of the impact of food poverty and the need for many people to rely on cheap, processed foods.