Fat Chance: The Bitter Truth about Sugar
Description
In "Fat Chance," Dr. Robert Lustig, a leading endocrinologist, confronts the pervasive and damaging influence of added sugar on global health. He argues that fructose, hidden in countless processed foods, is a primary driver of the modern obesity pandemic, challenging the notion that weight gain is simply a matter of personal willpower. Lustig meticulously details how the food industry and governmental policies have contributed to our metabolic health crisis, offering a compelling and often humorous exposé. This book not only dissects the science behind insulin resistance and weight gain but also provides practical guidance for navigating a food environment saturated with hidden sugars.
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paperback
Avery
Published Dec 31, 2013
336 pages
ISBN: 9780142180433
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First Published
2012
Language
eng
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