Why You Can't Lose Weight: Why It's So Hard To Shed Pounds and What You Can Do About It

Despite its pessimistic title, this book will be a revelation for many of those who come across it. Bestselling author Dr. Smith (What You Must Know About Women's Hormones) offers an inventory of common health problems "designed for people who want to identify the underlying problems that have been hindering their efforts to lose weight." Each problem is accompanied by ways to identify and solutions in the forms of food choice, vitamin supplements, and lifestyle alterations. Smith emphasizes the effect both body chemicals and physiological processes have on one's appetite and ability to lose weight. A fascinating discussion of foods containing various neurotransmitters, and thorough explanations of how various health deficiencies contribute to weight gain legitimize Smith's argument that weight loss is often dependent on identifying conditions specific to the individual. (July)