by Lisa Sanders
First published 2005
Dr. Lisa Sanders draws on her position at Yale University Medical School to tackle the failures of one-size-fits-all dieting. After examining more than 700 weight-loss programs over five years, she argues that lasting weight loss requires a plan tailored to individual food preferences, hunger signals, lifestyle constraints, and medical history. Sanders presents her science-based methodology through a detailed questionnaire that helps readers identify their personal weight gain triggers and match themselves to the most effective dietary approach. The book then guides readers through customizing their chosen diet to align with their specific food likes and dislikes, creating a sustainable eating plan designed for long-term success rather than temporary results.
Genres: nutrition, self-help, health
Vibes: informative, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: expert-advice, self-improvement
Setting: Yale University
Paperback · Rodale UK