A person merely needs to watch television for a few hours before they've viewed several diet and weight management solutions. Our society is filled with diet fads and messages that we need to control our weight. This volume addresses dieting for young readers. Essays and articles explain the effectiveness of dieting, effectiveness of willpower, yo-yo dieting, and eating mindfully. Readers will evaluate what it means to be healthy at any weight, and the government's role in combating obesity and the obesity epidemic.

Presenting multiple sides to dieting issues, this volume recognizes the intimate relationship between its subject and reader as it weaves together different points of view. Readers will explore the risks and behaviors associated with dieting. They will learn about gastric bypass surgery and medication. The Atkins diet is discussed, as well as practicing yoga as a diet alternative. The last essay offers a compelling argument that teenagers should not diet; there's other things they can do to be healthy besides restricting foods and nutrients that are helping them grow and develop.

Diets and dieting have concerned – and sometimes obsessed – human societies for centuries. The dieters' regime is about many things, among them the control of weight and the body, the politics of beauty, discipline and even self-harm, personal and societal demands for improved health, spiritual harmony with the universe, and ethical codes of existence. In this innovative reference work that spans many periods and cultures, the acclaimed cultural and medical historian Sander L. Gilman lays out the history of diets and dieting in a fascinating series of articles.

At last, a workbook companion to Dieting: A Dry Drunk. It deepens and clarifies concepts and tools, moving them from thoughts to actions, from head to heart. Freedom from an eating addiction, to most, only seems like a dream, but the map to that total freedom now unfolds before you, chapter by chapter, exercise by exercise, meditation by meditation. The dream that all eating addicts yearn for can be brought into reality. If you re ready and willing to move out of bondage and toward peace, self-respect, and recovery, THIS is the workbook for you.

Chapter 1: The Foundations of Dieting (Scene: Jammy, the expert in dieting, sits across from Canny, the enthusiastic learner, at a cozy cafe.) Jammy: Welcome, Canny! I'm thrilled to share the foundations of dieting with you today. Before we dive in, I want to emphasize that dieting is not just about restricting food; it's about nourishing our bodies with the right nutrients. So, where should we start? Canny: Hi, Jammy! I'm excited to learn from you. Let's start with the basics. What exactly is a diet? Jammy: Excellent question, Canny! A diet is simply the food and beverages we consume regularly. It's not about going on a temporary fad diet, but rather adopting a balanced and sustainable eating pattern. The key is to focus on nourishing our bodies with a variety of nutrients to support overall health. Canny: That makes sense. But with so many diets out there, how do I know which one is right for me? Jammy: It can be overwhelming, I agree. The best approach is to focus on a well-balanced diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Listen to your body and adjust your diet based on your specific needs and goals. Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all diet. Canny: Got it! But how do I manage portion sizes? I tend to overeat sometimes. Jammy: Portion control is crucial for weight management. Start by being mindful of your hunger and fullness cues. Eat slowly and stop when you feel satisfied, not overly full. Also, be aware of your plate size and aim for smaller portions of high-calorie foods. Canny: That's helpful advice. What about counting calories or tracking everything I eat? Jammy: Calorie counting can be beneficial for some people, but it's not necessary for everyone. Instead, focus on the quality of your food choices rather than getting obsessed with numbers. Eat nutrient-dense foods that fuel your body and be mindful of unnecessary snacking. Canny: I see. What role does exercise play in dieting? Jammy: Exercise is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle, and it complements a balanced diet. It helps burn calories, build muscle, and improve overall fitness. Find activities you enjoy, whether it's dancing, walking, or playing a sport, and make exercise a regular part of your routine. Canny: That sounds doable! But what if I slip on my diet? Jammy: Slip-ups are normal and happen to everyone. Don't be too hard on yourself. Instead, learn from the experience and get back on track. Remember, it's about progress, not perfection. Stay committed to your goals and be patient with yourself. Canny: Thanks for the encouragement, Jammy. Before we wrap up, do you have any other essential tips for a successful dieting journey? Jammy: Absolutely! Stay hydrated, get enough sleep, and manage stress as it can affect your eating habits. Surround yourself with a supportive community, and don't be afraid to seek help from professionals like dietitians or nutritionists if needed. Canny: These insights are invaluable, Jammy! I feel more confident about starting my dieting journey now. Jammy: I'm glad to hear that, Canny! Remember, it's all about making sustainable changes and taking care of yourself. Be kind to yourself throughout the process, and you'll achieve your goals. Key Takeaways: Dieting is about adopting a balanced and sustainable eating pattern, not quick fixes. Focus on nourishing your body with a variety of nutrients through whole foods. Practice portion control and be mindful of hunger and fullness cues. Exercise is essential for overall health and complements a balanced diet. Embrace progress, learn from slip-ups, and be patient with yourself. Stay hydrated, get enough sleep, manage stress, and seek support if needed.

Why do some of us become overweight? Why is it so difficult to lose weight? How can we adopt healthy attitudes towards food? The Psychology of Dieting takes a broad and balanced view of the causes of weight gain and the challenges involved in dieting. Exploring the cognitive, emotional and social triggers which lead us to make poor decisions around food, the book considers what it means to diet well. By understanding our psychological selves, the book shows how we can change our unhealthy behaviours and potentially lose weight. In an era of weight problems, obesity, and dangerous dieting, The Psychology of Dieting shows us that there is no such thing as a miracle diet, and that we must understand how our minds shape the food choices we make.

Dieting Makes You Fat is the explosive, authoritative answer to the multibillion-dollar dieting industry. The dieting industry is booming. So is obesity, in children as well as adults. Obesity causes diabetes, heart disease and cancers, as well as misery for those who suffer. The experts are baffled and the dieting industry is no use - because dieting makes you fat. Geoffrey Cannon explains the science and the global politics that are making the world fat. Including seven golden rules for achieving life-long good health and wellbeing - as well as to shed body fat - Dieting Makes You Fat is also a handbook for anyone committed to good quality, delicious food and drink, fairly traded and socially, economically and environmentally sustainable. If you want to lose body fat, if you or anyone you know is or has been on a diet, if you care about the obesity crisis, then this is the book for you.

Your Dieting Daughter gives sound and practical advice for mothers to help them communicate with and understand their daughters as they go through the ordeal of eating disorders. This second edition contains addition information on cultural issues, newer studies (such as DBT, Mindfulness, and Maudsley techniques), and medication. On the clinical front, the focus has also been broadened to include more information will be added on issues of body image, weight concerns, and dieting in the general population, making this an indispensible guide for knowledge, as well as emotional reconnection and healing.

Have you ever told yourself that bingeing after 10 p.m. doesn't really count? You're not alone. Good intentions and logic fly out the window when you're hungry. Now, from the front lines of dieting hell, here are true stories to get you over dieting hurdles large and small. Funny, encouraging, and motivating, this book satisfies the dieter's appetite for distraction until they've reached their weight goal. Misery loves company and sometimes the only advice we'll take is from someone who has already stood in our shoes. Whether it is about giving up smoking, trying to lose weight, or having in-laws move in for a month, the Staying Sane series provides readers with just this kind of been-there, done-that commiseration. Each Staying Sane volume is filled with sometimes humorous (laughter is the best medicine, after all!), sometimes inspiring but always sanity-saving success stories of how other people have overcome obstacles or have risen above the situations in question. Practical tips and coping strategies lighten the reader's load throughout. Bibliotherapy of the first order, the Staying Sane guides will support beleaguered readers as they strive to persevere through the duration of their particular challenge.

Why do so many people become overweight and obese and why do they find it so difficult to lose weight? In this second edition of his influential book on Dieting, Overweight and Obesity, Wolfgang Stroebe – who developed the goal conflict model of eating – explores the physiological, environmental and psychological influence on weight gain and examines how these processes are affected by genetic factors. Like the first edition, the book takes a social-cognitive approach to weight regulation and discusses how exposure to environmental cues can set-off overeating in chronic dieters. In addition to extensively revising and updating the chapters of the first edition, this second edition features three new chapters. The chapter on successful restrained eating reviews personality factors as well as recent experimental research on impulse control. The chapters on psychological treatment of obesity and on primary prevention describe and evaluate the various treatment and prevention approaches and the research conducted to assess their efficacy. This book is essential reading for students, researchers and clinicians interested in an up-to-date review of the field of eating research and a new theoretical approach to the study of overweight and obesity.