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The Obesity Code

Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss

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The Obesity Code

By: Jason Fung
Narrated by: Brian Nishii
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We are in the midst of an obesity epidemic, but despite being inundated with diet advice we are only getting fatter. We count calories and exercise regularly, yet still the pounds won't budge. Why?

In this highly enjoyable and provocative book, Dr Jason Fung sets out a groundbreaking new theory: that obesity is caused by our hormones rather than a lack of self-control.

He reveals that overproduction of insulin in the body is the root cause of obesity and obesity-related illnesses including type 2 diabetes and offers robust scientific evidence that reversing insulin resistance is the only way to lose weight in the long term.

It turns out that when we eat is just as important as what we eat, so in addition to his five basic steps - a set of lifelong eating habits that will improve your health and control your insulin levels - Dr Fung explains how to use intermittent fasting to break the cycle of insulin resistance and reach a healthy weight - for good.

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Finally someone who knows what he’s talking about, instead of trying to sell me something.

Also very well read.

Best read if you’re looking for weight loss.

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This book is brilliant, it offers all the scientific backup and research studies that you would expect if you’re asked to buy into a certain view and is described in an easy to understand format.
I’m a Personal Trainer and it has helped to reinforce my understanding of how the body processes food. It gives a well rounded holistic view and I can’t recommend it highly enough!

Superb content, excellent narration

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this book provides a great overview of the cause of obesity and sensible suggestions on how to reverse it

brilliant explanations of the cause of obesity

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This should be on everyone’s book shelf/list. It’s entertaining and educational! Light bulb moment!

Brilliant

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Main points done well, side points he wants to make could have been more thorough. That's just me though. The book would have gone on too long if he went to far into detail about the extra points.

Great book could be better

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