Sandra Aamodt Books

Sandra Aamodt is a neuroscientist and popular science writer. She is the former editor-in-chief of Nature Neuroscience and coauthor of the books Welcome to Your Brain and Welcome to Your Child’s Brain.

  1. 1Why Diets Make Us Fat

    Why Diets Make Us Fat

    Sandra Aamodt

    The Unintended Consequences of Our Obsession With Weight Loss

    4.3 (128 ratings)

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    What's Why Diets Make Us Fat about?

    Why Diets Make Us Fat (2016) demolishes many popular myths about diets and the relationship between weight and health. These blinks explore the science behind claims that dieting just doesn’t work and offer alternatives for people seeking to shed a few pounds and live more healthily.

    Who should read Why Diets Make Us Fat?

    • Anyone struggling to lose weight
    • People interested in the science behind eating healthily
    • Individuals wanting to develop better eating habits
  2. 2Welcome to Your Brain

    Welcome to Your Brain

    Sandra Aamodt, Sam Wang

    What's Welcome to Your Brain about?

    Welcome to Your Brain by Sandra Aamodt and Sam Wang is a fascinating exploration of the inner workings of the human brain. Through engaging storytelling and accessible explanations, the book delves into topics such as memory, emotions, and decision-making, offering insights into how our brains shape our experiences and behaviors. It challenges common myths and misconceptions, providing a deeper understanding of this complex organ that defines who we are.

    Who should read Welcome to Your Brain?

    • Readers who are curious about how the brain works and want to understand its complexities

    • Individuals who are interested in improving their cognitive abilities and overall brain health

    • People who enjoy engaging and accessible science writing that demystifies complex topics