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Waisted: The Biology of Body Fat
Waisted: The Biology of Body Fat
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The Biology of Body Fat provides a comprehensive, evidence-based perspective on fat biology and its role in human evolution, health, disease, and society. It highlights the multi-faceted relationship between adipose biology and society and reframes challenges to emphasize the importance of adipose tissue.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 04 November 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press
The Biology of Body Fat delves into the captivating, often misunderstood, and occasionally controversial realm of fat, also referred to as adipose tissue. It offers a comprehensive and evidence-based exploration of fat biology, shedding light on its pivotal role in human evolution, health, disease, and society. The content draws upon biomedical, epidemiological, social, and evolutionary research to unravel the intricate relationship between body fat distribution and various health outcomes. Through relatable analogies, real-world examples, and visually captivating images, Waisted highlights the multifaceted connection between adipose biology and society. It effectively communicates the key concepts and assumptions that can perpetuate negative perceptions of fat, challenging these biases to emphasize the underappreciated significance of adipose tissue in humans.
Waisted is an accessible yet comprehensive exploration of the subject, suitable for both specialists and non-specialists alike. It serves as a valuable resource for clinicians, health practitioners, biomedical researchers, and students interested in adipose biology, obesity, and diseases related to fat dysfunction. Additionally, this book offers an intriguing sociological and anthropological perspective for anyone seeking to gain a broader and deeper understanding of the unique role that adipose tissue plays in human evolution and society. By considering the interplay between biological and social factors, Waisted provides a thought-provoking and enlightening read.
Weight: 384g
Dimension: 138 x 217 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198865278
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