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Why We Eat (Too Much)

The New Science of Appetite

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Why We Eat (Too Much)

By: Andrew Jenkinson
Narrated by: John Sackville
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Brought to you by Penguin.

Articulate, clear, a joy to read, this is a book that really needed written' Joanna Blythman, author of Swallow This

'Highly persuasive ... a radical approach to weight' Sunday Times
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A practical, accessible guide to understanding the diet myth and 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.

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.

With a new chapter about the link between obesity and COVID-19, this incredible book will help you understand your body better than ever before.

© Dr Andrew Jenkinson 2020 (P) Penguin Audio 2020

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Critic Reviews

Fascinating science ... One of Britain's top weight loss experts
Cool, clear and highly persuasive ... a radical approach to weight loss
I would recommend [it] to anyone trying to lose weight. I would also recommend [it] to those who struggle to be kind to people with obesity
A compelling look at the science of appetite and metabolism

Debunks the myths around dieting and weight-loss
A refreshing antidote to junk public health diet advice. The current epidemic of obesity and diet-related disease is a legacy of catastrophic public health advice based on flimsy science. Dr Jenkinson takes-down this failed paradigm and replaces it with sensible, workable advice that reflects the sanity of new-wave nutrition thinking. Articulate, clear, a joy to read, this is a book that really needed written
Will engross anyone who has ever struggled with dieting, but you don't have to want to lose weight to read it ... If you do this then 2020 might be the year that you learn to understand your body
Dr Jenkinson wants solutions because he knows how recent and overwhelming the global weight problem is ... His key insight is that weight isn't chosen by our conscious mind. Our bodies are designed to keep our weight at a set point ... His message is for individuals wanting help, not industry or government, who may block their ears. It's one of enjoyment, not deprivation, summed up by "eat more, rest more" ... He promises no incredible solutions, no drastic fat loss, no scourging or short-term January misery, just a gradual improvement in metabolic health, weight and wellbeing over months and years. I hope he's listened to
Distilling what he has learned over decades of practice [...] in his book, Mr Jenkinson says a far better approach is to ditch the quick-fix solution in favour of an old-fashioned approach'
All stars
Most relevant
Really learnt a lot in this book. The author breaks things down into easy to understand explanations on how the body works. I understand he has his own theories about what causes weight set points but then all science starts with a theory. His make alot of sense.

Education Sensation!

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An excellent account and history of diets through the centuries and reasons why the west (especially the US, UK and Australia) have raised obesity numbers now in the 21st Century. Good advice at the end of how to change our thinking and diets to avoid inflammatory disease and obesity.

Why we eat too much

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This is one of the top five books I’ve ever read on food — simple, smart, and completely life-changing. There’s so much confusing advice out there about what to eat, but Dr. Jenkinson makes it beautifully clear: eat from the earth, eat from the tree, eat from the animal — and avoid anything that comes in a package.

He also reveals how little doctors are actually taught about nutrition, and how industrialized “food” has drifted so far from what our bodies truly need. I followed his advice (and his second book How to Eat), and within a week I was sleeping better, feeling better, and my body naturally began to reset — just as he explains.

If you’re overwhelmed by diet noise and want the truth about how to eat well for life, this is the one.

It’s not your fault

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I liked its truth. Some may say it does start a bit slow, but I’m a very factual person, so I wasn’t bothered that much.

It all makes sense.

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It was very informative and educational. although I read most parts of this book in other books or heard them in the podcasts, this book brought everything together in once place. I think everyone needs to read/ listen to this book.

Great book

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