A vault of deeply personal tales and information, Fat Kids: Truth and Consequences is not a dieting or weight loss how-to, but an exploration of true human experiences. Examine the untold science outside the stereotypical, societal stance on weight by focusing on the lives, questions, and concerns of parents and children living in a childhood obesity crisis. This book powerfully combines interviews, research, anecdotes with the reality of children struggling with weight to create a poignant narrative that is essential for understanding the current war on fat. With an empathetic point of view, raw emotion, and relevant information, Fat Kids is a truly unique and necessary voice in the literary world.