Bibliograph

Food junkies:, the truth about food addiction, Vera Tarman, MD, Philip Werdell

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Food junkies:, the truth about food addiction, Vera Tarman, MD, Philip Werdell

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Food junkies:

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

Vera Tarman, MD, Philip Werdell

Sub title

the truth about food addiction

Summary

A fact-filled guide to coping with compulsive overeating problems by an experienced addictions doctor who draws on many patients' stories of recovery. Overeating, binge eating, obesity, anorexia, and bulimia: Food Junkies tackles the complex, poorly understood issue of food addiction from the perspectives of a medical researcher and dozens of survivors. What exactly is food addiction? Is it possible to draw a hard line between indulging cravings for "comfort food" and engaging in substance abuse? For people struggling with food addictions, recognizing their condition - to say nothing of gaining support and advice - remains a frustrating battle. Built around the experiences of people suffering and recovering from food addictions, Food Junkies offers practical information grounded in medical science, while putting a face to the problems of food addiction. It is meant to be a knowledgeable and friendly guide on the road to food serenity

Target audience

adult

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