Making Peace With Food

Author/therapist Susan Kano brings to light and challenges dysfunctional attitudes about eating and weight. Western culture's deep-seated fear of fat has turned out a population caught in a never-ending cycle of dieting and overeating. This is a study of the cultural stigma associated with obesity, with suggestions for overcoming unhealthy attitudes towards the body that can contribute to eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. Workbook exercises help readers shed these attitudes, discover a true sense of self-esteem, and learn to effectively express emotional needs. Nutritional guidelines pave the way for a healthy lifestyle that allows for spontaneous, joyful eating. A special section for loved ones and family provides additional resources for supporting anyone caught in a cycle of dieting and/or overeating or negative thoughts about their bodies. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.