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The End of Overeating: Taking Control of the Insatiable American Appetite

by David A. Kessler
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The End of Overeating: Taking Control of the Insatiable American Appetite
The End of Overeating: Taking Control of the Insatiable American Appetite

Exposing factors behind America's compulsive eating habits.

If you're curious about what drives our eating choices and often find yourself unable to resist certain foods, "The End of Overeating" is a thought-provoking read. David A. Kessler dives deep into how our appetites have been hijacked by the interplay of fat, sugar, and salt, offering insights that might just empower you to take control of your dietary habits. It's a fascinating blend of science and cultural examination that could lead to transformative thinking about food.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The End of Overeating: Taking Control of the Insatiable American Appetite

by David A. Kessler
$12.90 Now $10.90 Save 16%
ISBN: 9781605297859
Authors: David A. Kessler
Publisher: Rodale
Date of Publication: 2009-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Personal Development, Food & Drink, Science
Related Topics: Food and Drink, Health, Psychology, Personal Development, Food
Goodreads rating: 3.67
(rated by 8538 readers)

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Most of us know what it feels like to fall under the spell of food—when one slice of pizza turns into half a pie, or a handful of chips leads to an empty bag. But it’s harder to understand why we can't seem to stop eating—even when we know better. When we want so badly to say "no," why do we continue to reach for food? Dr. David Kessler, the dynamic former FDA commissioner who reinvented the food label and tackled the tobacco industry, now reveals how the food industry has hijacked the brains of millions of Americans. The result? America’s number-one public health issue. Dr. Kessler cracks the code of overeating by explaining how our bodies and minds are changed when we consume foods that contain sugar, fat, and salt. Food manufacturers create products by manipulating these ingredients to stimulate our appetites, setting in motion a cycle of desire and consumption that ends with a nation of overeaters. The End of Overeating explains for the first time why it is exceptionally difficult to resist certain foods and why it’s so easy to overindulge. Dr. Kessler met with top scientists, physicians, and food industry insiders. The End of Overeating uncovers the shocking facts about how we lost control over our eating habits—and how we can get it back. Dr. Kessler presents groundbreaking research, along
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Exposing factors behind America's compulsive eating habits.

If you're curious about what drives our eating choices and often find yourself unable to resist certain foods, "The End of Overeating" is a thought-provoking read. David A. Kessler dives deep into how our appetites have been hijacked by the interplay of fat, sugar, and salt, offering insights that might just empower you to take control of your dietary habits. It's a fascinating blend of science and cultural examination that could lead to transformative thinking about food.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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