Secrets From the Eating Lab

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This provocative expose of the dieting industry comes from a leading researcher in self-control and weight loss psychology, offering proven strategies for sustainable weight management. Professor Traci Mann, based at the University of Minnesota’s Health and Eating Lab, reveals groundbreaking findings: diets not only fail but often lead to weight gain. The struggle with obesity stems from our biological instincts, which make resisting food counterproductive to our survival. Mann challenges long-held beliefs that underpin the weight loss industry, drawing on over two decades of research to provide cutting-edge insights into the obesity epidemic and our eating habits. The book equips readers with practical tools for achieving health and weight loss. Mann debunks the myth of willpower, arguing against the futility of combating our natural tendencies. Instead, she presents 12 simple, effective strategies that align with human nature, such as adjusting plate sizes, socializing with health-conscious individuals, removing misleading “healthy” labels, and redefining comfort food. This approach empowers readers to embrace their instincts rather than fight against them, paving the way for healthier lifestyles.