Fat Cells, Beauty and You!

An Exploration of the Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Dimensions of Weight Management for a Life-Time

by Mary Ann Barnes M.D.


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Book Details

Language : English
Publication Date : 2/18/2004

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Format : E-Book
Dimensions : N/A
Page Count : 174
ISBN : 9780595754892
Format : Softcover
Dimensions : 6x9
Page Count : 174
ISBN : 9780595306596

About the Book

In Fat Cells, Beauty and You!, physician Mary Ann Barnes has composed a concise and frank report of current research in obesity and nutrition. Adding wit and wisdom from over twenty years experience in her work as a family doctor and teacher of family medicine, Dr. Barnes will help you learn more about yourself and what you need to do to maintain a healthy weight for your life-time. You will learn:

  • Why you need to eat several times a day to lose weight
  • How fat cells control your metabolic rate
  • How psychological and spiritual factors play a role in weight management
  • Why exercise is important for long-term success
  • How to 'rethink hunger' to know how much to eat
  • Sound nutritional advice for a healthy body
  • Fat Cells, Beauty and You! is a valuable resource if you are trying to lose weight, for parents of overweight children, and if you just want to learn more about healthy eating habits.


    About the Author

    Dr. Mary Ann Barnes has worked in physician education for over fourteen years at St. Elizabeth Family Practice Residency Program. She has special interests in obesity, women?s health issues, spirituality in medicine, and public health. She lives in Northern Kentucky with her husband and four children.