The New Science of Appetite

Why We Eat (Too Much)

The Sunday Times bestseller that explains the new science behind weight loss and how we can get in shape without counting calories. 
 
'A compelling look at the science of appetite and metabolism' Vogue 
 
'This book tells us the truth about weight loss' Dr Rangan Chatterjee 
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We've all heard the golden rule: eat less, exercise more and you'll lose weight. But what if it isn't that simple? 
 
For over two decades, weight loss surgeon Dr Andrew Jenkinson has treated thousands of people who have become trapped in the endless cycle of dieting. Why We Eat (Too Much), combines case studies from his practice and the new science of metabolism to illuminate how our appetite really works. 
 
Debunking myths of about body and systematically explaining why dieting is counter-productive, this unflinching book investigates every aspect of nutrition: from the 'set weight point' that is unique to all of us, to good and bad fats, and from how genes impact our weight to how our hormones are affected after a diet ends. 
 
With a new chapter about the link between obesity and COVID-19, this incredible book will help you understand your body better than ever before. 
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'Articulate, clear, a joy to read, this is a book that really needed written' Joanna Blythman, author of Swallow This 
 
'Highly persuasive . . . a radical approach to weight loss' Sunday Times 
 
'Debunks the myths around dieting and weight-loss' Telegraph

Fascinating science ... One of Britain's top weight loss experts

Cool, clear and highly persuasive ... a radical approach to weight loss

I would recommend [it] to anyone trying to lose weight. I would also recommend [it] to those who struggle to be kind to people with obesity

A compelling look at the science of appetite and metabolism

Debunks the myths around dieting and weight-loss

A refreshing antidote to junk public health diet advice. The current epidemic of obesity and diet-related disease is a legacy of catastrophic public health advice based on flimsy science. Dr Jenkinson takes-down this failed paradigm and replaces it with sensible, workable advice that reflects the sanity of new-wave nutrition thinking. Articulate, clear, a joy to read, this is a book that really needed written

Joanna Blythman, author of 'Swallow This'

Will engross anyone who has ever struggled with dieting, but you don't have to want to lose weight to read it ... If you do this then 2020 might be the year that you learn to understand your body

Dr Jenkinson wants solutions because he knows how recent and overwhelming the global weight problem is ... His key insight is that weight isn't chosen by our conscious mind. Our bodies are designed to keep our weight at a set point ... His message is for individuals wanting help, not industry or government, who may block their ears. It's one of enjoyment, not deprivation, summed up by "eat more, rest more" ... He promises no incredible solutions, no drastic fat loss, no scourging or short-term January misery, just a gradual improvement in metabolic health, weight and wellbeing over months and years. I hope he's listened to

Distilling what he has learned over decades of practice [...] in his book, Mr Jenkinson says a far better approach is to ditch the quick-fix solution in favour of an old-fashioned approach'

Dr Andrew Jenkinson is a consultant surgeon with a special interest in advanced laparoscopic, or keyhole surgery. He is part of an expert team developing advances in gastrointestinal (stomach and bowel) surgery at University College Hospital in Bloomsbury, central London. He is the author of the Sunday Times bestseller Why We Eat (Too Much).

What if everything you were taught about dieting was wrong? 
 
For over two decades, weight loss surgeon Dr Andrew Jenkinson has treated thousands of people who have become trapped in the endless cycle of dieting. Why We Eat (Too Much), combines case studies from his practice and the new science of metabolism to illuminate how our appetite really works. 
 
Dr Jenkinson explores the fields of agriculture, pharma, anthropology and medicine to uncover the truth behind our bad food habits and explain the escalating obesity crisis. This is a practical, accessible guide to the secret to lasting weight loss.

Andrew Jenkinson

Andrew Jenkinson brilliantly unravels the complex web of modern nutrition and its impact on our health. As someone who has navigated the challenging journey of weight loss, I find Jenkinson's insights both profound and practical ... This book is not just about eating right; it’s a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with weight issues, offering a path to a healthier, more balanced life.

Tom Watson, author of ‘Downsizing’ and advocate for healthier living

An extremely entertaining read, based on sound scientific principles. This is a book that should be read by anyone interested in personal health.

Roy Taylor, Professor of Medicine and Metabolism, University of Newcastle and author of Life Without Diabetes

The bible of how to eat, what, how and why. Fascinating, practical and beautifully written ... I love this book.

Dr Jim Down, consultant in critical care and author of Life in the Balance

Will engross anyone who has ever struggled with dieting

Cool, clear and highly persuasive ... A radical approach to weight loss

One of Britain's top weight loss experts

The Science to Surviving Our Ultra-Processed Food Environment

‘One of Britain’s top weight-loss experts’ This MorningFor years we’ve been told that successful weight loss is a simple matter of willpower and calorie control. But this argument fails to take into account how our brains and bodies respond to food – in particular, to the ultra-processed foods that seem inescapable in modern life.Bariatric surgeon and Sunday Times bestselling author Dr Andrew Jenkinson gives us a game-changing blueprint to free us from our biological impulses. Even though our brains are hardwired to seek out quick rewards in salty and sugary foods, he demonstrates how to escape our default behaviours to create long-lasting change.With cutting edge metabolic science, mental reprogramming strategies, easy lifestyle changes and even delicious recipes, maintaining a healthy weight never felt so good.

Andrew Jenkinson

Praise for How to Eat (And Still Lose Weight)

Andrew Jenkinson brilliantly unravels the complex web of modern nutrition and its impact on our health. As someone who has navigated the challenging journey of weight loss, I find Jenkinson's insights both pr ...

An extremely entertaining read, based on sound scientific principles. This is a book that should be read by anyone interested in personal health.

The bible of how to eat, what, how and why. Fascinating, practical and beautifully written ... I love this book.

Andrew Jenkinson brilliantly unravels the complex web of modern nutrition and its impact on our health. As someone who has navigated the challenging journey of weight loss, I find Jenkinson's insights both pr ...

An extremely entertaining read, based on sound scientific principles. This is a book that should be read by anyone interested in personal health.

The bible of how to eat, what, how and why. Fascinating, practical and beautifully written ... I love this book.

Andrew Jenkinson brilliantly unravels the complex web of modern nutrition and its impact on our health. As someone who has navigated the challenging journey of weight loss, I find Jenkinson's insights both pr ...

An extremely entertaining read, based on sound scientific principles. This is a book that should be read by anyone interested in personal health.

The bible of how to eat, what, how and why. Fascinating, practical and beautifully written ... I love this book.

Books by Andrew Jenkinson

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