Dressing on the Side

Debunk diet myths and make better food choices with this helpful guide that will transform the way you think about nutrition and health. Whether it''s a new fad, "detox" diet, news report or a celebrity-endorsed supplement, the constant flow of diet information is cluttered, conflicting, and often devoid of scientific research -- leaving millions of us confused, overwhelmed, and feeling totally helpless in taking ownership our health and making better food choices. In Dressing on the Side, Jaclyn London -- the Nutrition Director of Good Housekeeping -- debunks the diet myths and mental blocks that keep you from reaching your health and weight-loss goals.

Filled with accessible information, simple strategies, and practical application of scientific research, London breaks what''s at the heart of the issue and offers tools, short-cuts, and solutions that work within any scenario, including: Using your schedule to inform your food choices Identifying "fake" nutrition news Eating to feel satisfied, not just "full" Making the choice to eat dessert -- daily London empowers us to form life-long habits that result in real, long-lasting change -- while meeting the demands of our busier-than-ever lifestyles. Dressing on the Side is the anti-diet book that will completely transform the way you think (and speak!) about food and health -- and help you lose weight for good.