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A Big Fat Crisis: The Hidden Forces Behind The Obesity Epidemicand How We Can End It
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Obesity is the public health crisis of the twentyfirst century. Over 150 million Americans are overweight or obese, and across the globe an estimated 1.5 billion are affected. In A Big Fat Crisis, Dr. Deborah A. Cohen has created a major new work that will transform the conversation surrounding the modern weight crisis. Based on her own extensive research, as well as the latest insights from behavioral economics and cognitive science, Cohen reveals what drives the obesity epidemic and how we, as a nation, can overcome it.Cohen argues that the massive increase in obesity is the product of two forces. One is the immutable aspect of human nature, namely the fundamental limits of selfcontrol and the unconscious ways we are hardwired to eat. And second is the completely transformed modern food environment, including lower prices, larger portion sizes, and the outsized influence of food advertising. We live in a food swamp, where food is cheap, ubiquitous, and insidiously marketed. This, rather than the muchdiscussed 'food deserts,' is the source of the epidemic.The conventional wisdom is that overeating is the expression of individual weakness and a lack of selfcontrol. But that would mean that people in this country had more willpower thirty years ago, when the rate of obesity was half of what it is today! The truth is that our capacity for selfcontrol has not shrunk; instead, the changing conditions of our modern world have pushed our limits to such an extent that more and more of us are simply no longer up to the challenge.Ending this public health crisis will require solutions that transcend the advice found in diet books. Simply urging people to eat less sugar, salt, and fat has not worked. A Big Fat Crisis offers concrete recommendations and sweeping policy changesincluding implementing smart and effective regulations and constructing a more balanced food environmentthat represent nothing less than a blueprint for defeating the obesity epidemic once and for all.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'A Big Fat Crisis'? A: 'A Big Fat Crisis' addresses the obesity epidemic in America and globally, exploring the underlying causes and proposing solutions to combat this public health crisis.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Big Fat Crisis'? A: The author is Dr. Deborah A. Cohen, who is known for her research on public health and obesity.
- Q: What are the key concepts discussed in the book? A: The book discusses the impact of human nature on eating habits and the transformation of the food environment, highlighting how these factors contribute to the obesity epidemic.
- Q: How many pages does 'A Big Fat Crisis' have? A: 'A Big Fat Crisis' has a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'A Big Fat Crisis' published? A: 'A Big Fat Crisis' was published on January 6, 2015.
- Q: What solutions does the author propose to address obesity? A: Dr. Cohen recommends significant policy changes and regulations that aim to create a healthier food environment, rather than relying solely on individual dietary advice.
- Q: Is 'A Big Fat Crisis' suitable for individuals seeking weight loss advice? A: Yes, the book provides insights into the obesity crisis and offers recommendations that can be beneficial for individuals looking to understand and address weight loss from a broader perspective.
- Q: What makes 'A Big Fat Crisis' different from other diet books? A: 'A Big Fat Crisis' differs by focusing on systemic issues and environmental factors influencing obesity, rather than just individual dietary choices.
- Q: Can I find actionable tips in 'A Big Fat Crisis'? A: Yes, the book includes concrete recommendations for policy changes and practical approaches to creating a more balanced food environment.