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Burn
Herman Pontzer
The Misunderstood Science of Metabolism
★ 4.2 (145 Ratings)
◷ 23 Minutes
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Burn (2021) shines a light on the science behind metabolism – the way our bodies burn energy. Packed with memorable insights and facts, it draws on the latest metabolic research and delves into the evolutionary history of the human body.
About the author
Herman Pontzer is an Associate Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology at Duke University and Associate Research Professor of Global Health at the Duke Global Health Institute.
Who might enjoy this content?
- Gym members wondering why they aren’t shifting more weight
- Would-be dieters unsure of which nutritional plan to follow
- Natural history buffs
