How many of us have been told that if we burn more calories than we eat, weight loss will be inevitable? How many of us have discovered that this century old philosophy does not seem to apply to our body no matter how hard we work, in this modern world? In a world obsessed with calorie counting, we find ourselves instead watching the waistlines of the Western world continually increasing. What if the foundation nutritional philosophy that the calorie equation is the sole determinant of weight loss is completely outdated and in many cases wrong? Through sharing her own personal story and the journey that set her on to uncover and explore the biochemistry of sustainable weight loss, Dr Libby shares countless case studies of clients she has worked with over the past 16 years, along with her two decades of scientific research into the principles of body fat loss.

How many of us have been told that if we burn more calories than we eat, weight loss will be inevitable? How many of us have discovered that this century old philosophy does not seem to apply to our body no matter how hard we work, in this modern world? In a world obsessed with calorie counting, we find ourselves instead watching the waistlines of the Western world continually increasing. What if the foundation nutritional philosophy that the calorie equation is the sole determinant of weight loss is completely outdated and in many cases wrong? Through sharing her own personal story and the journey that set her on to uncover and explore the biochemistry of sustainable weight loss, Dr Libby shares countless case studies of clients she has worked with over the past 16 years, along with her two decades of scientific research into the principles of body fat loss.

Renowned biochemist, Dr Libby reveals the science of weight loss, made simple. Discover how your body really works and find the tools you need to win the battle of the bulge and to keep your weight off - for good. Discover what your body needs to achieve permanent weight loss. Confused about what's more effective - a high carb or high protein diet? Are you eating all the right foods and exercising yet still not losing weight? Do you do your best with food and movement yet feel like your body has a mind of its own and seems to betray you? Do you eat emotionally and wish you could change this? Or perhaps you feel and look your best, and simply want to learn more about how your fat burning systems work and how to optimise your health. If soAccidentally Overweightis for you. If you want to lose excess weight, you need to understand what your body needs to be healthy and to function optimally. Find out what role your hormones play in your body shape and size, as well as your appetite. Discover how digestion impacts your weight. How can stress lead to weight gain? And why is it important to stop weighing yourself. Why do you need to get on top of reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, blood sugar highs and lows and emotional eating if you want to lose weight? Packed full of insights and easy - to - follow tipsAccidentally Overweighthelps you achieve optimum health.

Do you often feel overwhelmed? Never feel like there are enough hours in the day? Have a to-do list that is never, ever all crossed off? Then you may be experiencing the first warning signs of Rushing Womans SyndromeRushing Womans Syndrome describes the biochemical effects of always being in a hurry and the health consequences that urgency elicits.

Simple, effective strategies to end exhaustion and boost energy With our modern lifestyles, we have come to believe that being exhausted is a normal state of being - we don't even remember what feeling rested feels like. In Exhausted to Energized, nutritional biochemist Dr Libby Weaver shows that exhaustion is not normal, nor is it healthy - it is a warning sign of imbalance in our lifestyle, emotions or body. This book reveals the wide range of reasons why you could be feeling so tired, which differs from person to person. You'll learn to identify the causes of your own fatigue, which could be: • Food: The very foods that are supposed to give you energy, could actually be depleting you. • Sleep: Why after a long sleep you are still waking up tired. • Expectations: The expectations you place on yourself can be incredibly depleting of your energy. • Coffee: coffee can either help or hinder your energy, learn how to spot the difference. • Posture: Your posture can have a significant impact on your energy levels everyday. Empowered with the information in this book, learn simple but effective strategies to help liberate yourself from exhaustion and live life with more energy.

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An exploration of the fast food industry in the United States, from its roots to its long-term consequences.