Why We Get Fat

And What to Do About It

By: Gary Taubes

Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain

Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

An eye-opening, myth-shattering examination of what makes us fat, from acclaimed science writer Gary Taubes.

In his New York Times best seller, Good Calories, Bad Calories, Taubes argued that our diet's overemphasis on certain kinds of carbohydrates - not fats and not simply excess calories - has led directly to the obesity epidemic we face today. The result of thorough research, keen insight, and unassailable common sense, Good Calories, Bad Calories immediately stirred controversy and acclaim among academics, journalists, and writers alike. Michael Pollan heralded it as "a vitally important book, destined to change the way we think about food."

Building upon this critical work in Good Calories, Bad Calories and presenting fresh evidence for his claim, Taubes now revisits the urgent question of what's making us fat - and how we can change - in this exciting new book. Persuasive, straightforward, and practical, Why We Get Fat makes Taubes' crucial argument newly accessible to a wider audience.

Taubes reveals the bad nutritional science of the last century, none more damaging or misguided than the "calories in, calories out" model of why we get fat, and the good science that has been ignored, especially regarding insulin's regulation of our fat tissue. He also answers the most persistent questions: Why are some people thin and others fat? What roles do exercise and genetics play in our weight? What foods should we eat, and what foods should we avoid?

Packed with essential information and concluding with an easy-to-follow diet, Why We Get Fat is an invaluable key in our understanding of an international epidemic and a guide to what each of us can do about it.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2010 Gary Taubes (P)2010 Random House

Amazing book!

This book plus Good Calories, Bad Calories changed my life, helped lower my weight and give me endless energy!

Knowing the science of why changes how I thought.

I am a long time struggle with weight. After listening I looked back on my diets and see that's carbs were always in abundance. Even though I cut weight, put on muscle, and slimed down, shortly after I would put the weight back on. Now I will attempt this. It was a great listen!

Excellent!

Exceeded expectations. Logical and compelling. Great presentation by narrator. Makes you rethink what it means to be healthy. Thank you

a real eye opener

I have been skeptical of all fad diets but it was really shocking to see how much real scientific evidence there actually is. This is not a fad at all. Fat or not, everyone can likely benefit from rethinking their intake of sugars and processed grains. Another way to think of it is that there is no upside to eating these things and a large potential upside by avoiding them.

Great Book!

This is an incredible book that really dives into the research that has been done on eating a high fat low carb diet. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Carbohydrate restricted diet is key

I cannot believe how long we have been fooled in India by concepts of vegetarianism, vegan, fruits etc. My family lost so many members battling diabetes, heart attack, cancer . All of them were invariably vegetarians. Worst of all even today, when a patient shows signs of hypertension, the prompt advise is to reduce fat and eat wheat bread !! Indian women have learned to please men with food that is largely carbohydrate rich and addictive. I lost 10 pounds in two weeks of discarding the same with better focus
Thank you for this research

Lost 25 lbs and I understand why

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, This is book is a lot easier to read than good calories and bad calories.

Here’s Why Your Doctor Won’t Tell You the Truth

A very complex issue made clear and simple. That must be why so many people reject it. Not a lot of “how to” but with plenty of “why to” you are smart enough to figure that out for yourself.

All Things Explained!

If you have ever struggled with your weight this book will open you up to ideas which are far from new but have been squelched by the U.S. powers that be for many different reasons. Our country needs to wake up to the truth. Calories in - calories out is a lie too many of us have fallen victim to....and too many so-called health professionals have driven into the mind of the public. You are not a failure... You can be lean!

Information you won’t get anywhere else

Eye-opening information presented in a wonderful voice. I never knew the history of a high fat diet. This opens my eyes to a keto plan.