by Glenn A. Gaesser (Author), Steven N. Blair (Foreword by) "Obesity kills 300,000 people per year" IS A BIG FAT LIE! Glenn Gaesser, an exercise physiologist, challenges the conventional wisdom that being "overweight" is dangerous. This is a meticulously-researched, clearly-written book and is crucial reading for anyone who wants to take concrete steps towards improving their health--no matter what their size. Here are well-document facts that: * People can be fit and fat. * Thinner is not necessarily healthier. * Some body fat protects you from heart disease. * Dieting can cause weight gain. "Finally, truth and justice for the fat person. People...cannot all fit some insurance chart. This book should be required reading before going on a diet." --Charles Van Dyke, Chairman of the Board, National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance "A fascinating, witty, informative collage on one of the most bewildering contemporary controversies in the health field." --Rubin Andres, M.D., Clinical Director, National Institute on Aging Number of Pages: 320 Dimensions: 0.69 x 9.16 x 6 IN Publication Date: July 22, 2002