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

Easy to Understand

Great book. Makes life alot easier when you understand why you are feeling the way you are.

Eye opening

Although I’ve read many, many books on weight, weight loss and health improvement, Gary still sheds more light on why we really get fat. Facts that can’t be disputed. I had to listen twice, as there is so much to learn. I hope I am on the right path to permanently take off and keep off my weight. Thank you Mr Taubs!

Unexpected gem of sanity of manganous importance

Perspective and diligence of coherent consideration of the authentic threat our contemporary culture and situation, backed by the hard science and thought of a great mind.

Consume this and you'll be a healthier human for it. Share it, and you'll help us all.

A Worthwhile Read

An excellent, informative book based on sound research that gives practical advice to the person who's tried many food plans and is still unable to either shed the last 10 pounds and/or keep them off. I gave 4 stars only because I found the reader's voice a bit flat. Also, while the research is important, it takes up many chapters before the practical info kicks in. But I highly recommend this book.

Caught in the Transition

Being a kid-1950's baby I was fattened up with starches to "sleep" better. Our Eastern European food diet and the American carb snacks all took their toll. This book is a very good history lesson and instruction of how and what we should eat. I do recommend it as a read or listen.

Best explanation I've found!

This is the truth. Great research and analysis and a clear presentation of the subject matter.

Greatest Book in Fat

Great primer in learning about fat.

Before you read any diet book read this one. It will acquaint you with all you need to know about fat and how the body regulates it.

The only book you'll need!

What did you love best about Why We Get Fat?

It works!

Any additional comments?

Great book - great information - great narration!!! Important topic and the information is spot on - IT WORKS and it's doable! Gary Taubes knows what he's talking about. Period. GREAT STUFF!

Excellent

This book is something that needs to be contemplated by everyone and the concepts should have a place in our society for the betterment of the nation as a whole. That we have been mislead and fed disinformation for decades is disheartening but continuing to go down the wrong path because the government and other authority figures can't admit they were wrong is no solution.

With scientific processes testing and refining the broad concepts in this book we could quickly find optimal dietary standards to improve the health, longevity and quality of life of almost everyone.

Very interesting diet info, and a great narrator.

Very interesting diet info, and a great narrator. Lots of history and politics of what we eat and why.