About the Book: Why You can't Lose Weight: A Guide to Solving Your Weight-Loss Puzzle Have you tried diet after diet without shedding kilos? It may not be your fault. A number of common lifestyle habits and health disorders can actually put weight on or keep you from losing it. In this revolutionary book, Dr. Pamela Smith discusses the eighteen most common reasons why you cant lose weight, and guides you in overcoming the obstacles that stand between you and a trimmer body. Why You Cant Lose Weight is divided into four parts: the first looks at lifestyle practices, such as insufficient exercise and sleep; second part examines health disorders, such as food allergies and thyroid hormone dysfunction; while the third discusses biochemical problems, such as insulin resistance and depression. For each difficulty discussed, the author explains how the problem can be recognized, how it contributes to weight gain, and how you can take steps towards a slimmer body. The last part guides you in putting together a customized, easy-to-follow weight loss program. Officers self-tests that help you target the specific problems that affect you. Pinpoints the symptoms of common disorders and poor lifestyle habits. Guides you in making healthful lifestyle changes for optimal wellness. Provides practical advice for overcoming health conditions and shedding kilos. Suggests proven supplement plans for greater wellness and weight loss. Offers the latest nutritional information for common weight-related problems. If youve been frustrated by one-size-fits-all diet plans, its time to learn whats really keeping you from reaching your goal. With Why You Cant Lose Weight, youll discover how to lose weight and enjoy radiant health. About the Author: Pamela Wartian Smith Pamela Wartian Smith MD, MPH, spent her first 25 years as an emergency room physician at Detroit Medical Center. A member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Physicians and a board examiner. Dr. Smith is the owner and director