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Why we get fat and what to do about it

Book • 2011
In 'Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It', Gary Taubes argues against the widely accepted 'calories-in, calories-out' model of weight gain.

He presents evidence that certain types of carbohydrates are the primary cause of obesity, rather than overeating or lack of exercise.

The book delves into the biological and biochemical processes involved in fat storage and metabolism, highlighting the role of insulin and genetic predispositions.

Taubes also provides practical advice on how to manage weight through a low-carbohydrate diet and challenges the conventional nutritional advice that has contributed to the obesity epidemic.

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Mentioned by Ford Brewer as one of
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Gary Taubes
' books, referencing the common misconception about weight gain.
Gary Taubes: This Is Why Half the Country Has Prediabetes - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
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Dr. Ford Brewer
when discussing the historical perspectives on carbohydrate consumption and weight gain.
The Secret to Reversing Diabetes (It's Not Meds) - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
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Peter Attia
as one of
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Gary Taubes
' books covering his work in nutrition.
#167 - Gary Taubes: Bad science and challenging the conventional wisdom of obesity
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Rob Shaw
as a book that helped him understand his own struggles with food cravings.
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