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by Dawn Harper (Author)
A comprehensive guide to help you understand why we put on weight! Dr Dawn explains our dietary needs at different stages of life, how metabolism differs, and the implications for our general health and wellbeing. There is a sensible look at the role of diet and exercise. Dr Dawn describes how even modest weight loss can affect your risk of developing other illnesses such as heart disease, and even how long you can expect to live. There is a comprehensive chapter on diabetes, including the types of diabetes and what we mean by terms like insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome.
Author Biography
Dr. Dawn works as NHS doctor in Gloucestershire. She has been working as a media doctor for over twelve years and her ability to simplify complex medical issues has made her an extremely sought after medical commentator and expert.
Dawn is best known as one of the presenters on Channel 4's hit series "Embarrassing Bodies" and "Embarrassing Bodies: Live From The Clinic". "Embarrassing Bodies" ran for seven hugely successful series and spin offs included "Embarrassing Fat Bodies" and "Embarrassing Teen Bodies". Her last series called 'Born Naughty?' was shown on Channel 4 and saw Dawn help children with serious behavioural problems. Dawn is also a regular contributor to BBC1's "Inside Out" where she has covered a diverse range of subjects from challenges facing the medical profession to IVF. Over the last two years Sheldon Press have published a series of ten "Dr Dawn's Guide To ..." books including heart health and weight and diabetes. Dawn's newest booked is "Live Well to 101" which was published by Headline in February 2018. Dawn also writes for a variety of publications including "Health-span", "Healthy Food Guide" and "NetDoctor" and is also a regular on Talk Radio reviewing the papers. In addition to this she is also a contributing editor for the publication Be Healthy magazine.
