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Why We Get Fat

And What to Do About It
Summary:

The book presents the argument that obesity is primarily caused by the body's hormonal responses to certain types of food, particularly carbohydrates, rather than simply by consuming more calories than are expended. It challenges conventional wisdom on diet and weight loss, advocating for a low-carb, high-fat diet as a more effective way to control weight and improve health.

Key points:

1. Taubes disputes the simple "caloric balance" theory of weight gain, arguing it overlooks complex biological factors.

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