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The Hunger Fix: The Three-Stage Detox And Recovery Plan For Overeating And Food Addiction (2012)

by Pamela Peeke(Favorite Author)

3.36 of 5 Votes: 2

ISBN

1609614526 (ISBN13: 9781609614522)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

Rodale Books

review 1: Giving it four instead of three (why no half stars,Goodreads?!) in an attempt to be encouraging. This is a unique read, full of sciency ideas for overcoming food addictions. I am glad Ms. Peeke didn't make babyfood out of the science in her thesis, but you will get tired of hearing the full latin names of brain parts. On the other hand, I don't like "PFC" for prefrontal cortex either. This book might make the difference for a well-read, intellectual type, and this is why I rate the book as high as I do. On the other hand, the author's tone can come across as arrogant and she frequently self-promotes in the book.
review 2: This is closer to 3 and a 1/4 stars, not a full 4 nor a full 3. The author who is an M.D. first and foremost,is also a food addict and ... morehas dealt with the problem years ago. She shares her story along with other stories of success (which is when I tune out,get bored and start flipping through through the book) to rally you into wanting to do this. I respect the fact that you have an M.D. who is NOT painting larger people with the same lazy brush but acknowledging that food addiction is a serious problem and not a cop out. There are plenty of facts to help those who are not sure that they have a problem and for those of us,like myself, who know they have a problem identify your triggers, what you binge on, and how to control those urges. This is not a weight loss book, but rather a 12 step style program in 3 levels. There are dietary plans yes, but they are designed to help you step away from the trigger foods into more healthy foods that give the same thrill. She does make room for vegetarians and also acknowledges that food addicts come in all sizes. Her levels are realistic, some may take a few months or more depending on your circumstances, how heavy an addict you are and your support system. As of this review, I am further along in my process than what this book can do for me at this point. It may become relevant to me later on, and a second reading is possible. less

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