We are in the midst of an obesity epidemic, but despite being inundated with diet advice we are only getting fatter. We count calories and exercise regularly, yet still the pounds won't budge. Why? In this highly readable and provocative book, Dr Jason Fung sets out a groundbreaking new theory: that obesity is caused by our hormones, rather than a lack of self-control. He reveals that overproduction of insulin in the body is the root cause of obesity and obesity-related illnesses including type 2 diabetes, and offers robust scientific evidence that reversing insulin resistance is the only way to lose weight in the long term. It turns out that when we eat is just as important as what we eat, so in addition to his five basic steps - a set of life-long eating habits that will improve your health and control your insulin levels - Dr Fung explains how to use intermittent fasting to break the cycle of insulin resistance and reach a healthy weight - for good.

From soup & starters through main courses & snacks to biscuits, cakes, puddings & ice-creams, 'No Milk Today' offers more than 75 recipes which will be enjoyed by everyone - and all without the use of milk products. In these easy-to-prepare and delicious meals, cooks can also avoid the inclusion of citrus and caffeine ingredients should they wish. Some people choose a restricted diet in order to feel more healthy. Others, suffering from food intolerances, need to follow a restricted diet to maintain health. If you have family members, or friends, who suffer from an intolerance to milk products, it can be difficult to cook something different just for them. These recipes are meant to be enjoyed by everyone, including the ever growing number of children with food intolerances. Most of the recipes here are quick and easy to make for everyday meals, whilst others offer ideas for those special occasions. Supermarkets and health food shops are beginning to stock more specialist ingredients suitable for people with food intolerances. By using these and other readily available products, many meals which in the past had to be avoided can now be made easily at home.