{"title":"Herman Pontzer","description":"\u003cp\u003eHerman Pontzer is a renowned biological anthropologist and a leading voice in the fields of metabolism and human evolution. His work offers fascinating insights into how humans adapt to various environmental and lifestyle changes. With his engaging writing style, he bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and everyday understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePontzer's books, including \u003cem\u003eAdaptable\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBurn\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into the science of how our bodies manage energy and the evolutionary roots of these processes. These works are perfect for readers interested in exploring the intricate interplay between diet, physical activity and health from an evolutionary perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're passionate about Science \u0026amp; Nature, Herman Pontzer's collection will captivate your curiosity and broaden your understanding of human biology and adaptability. His books not only educate but also inspire readers to think critically about their own health and lifestyles.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"burn","title":"Burn","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eBurn\u003c\/em\u003e, Herman Pontzer provides an illuminating exploration into the hidden mechanics of our bodies, dismantling prevalent myths about metabolism and weight management through the lens of evolutionary biology. This exceptional book delves deep into the principles of how our bodies burn calories, drawing from Pontzer's extensive research and groundbreaking fieldwork with the Hadza hunter-gatherers in northern Tanzania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy do so many diets often lead to weight gain rather than loss? Do individuals who engage in more physical activities possess faster metabolisms? Is regular exercise truly imperative for shedding pounds? Pontzer addresses these pressing questions with scientific precision, offering insights that challenge conventional wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePontzer's findings reveal a surprising revelation: contrary to popular belief, increased physical activity does not significantly boost our metabolic rate. Instead, humans tend to burn calories within a remarkably consistent range—approximately 3,000 calories per day—regardless of activity levels. This discovery suggests that the relationship between energy expenditure and physical activity is far more complex than previously understood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBurn\u003c\/em\u003e goes beyond the surface, examining the intricate ways in which metabolism influences nearly every aspect of our health. Pontzer discusses how the energy we consume impacts everything from fertility and immune function to overall well-being. By examining these energetic processes, he provides a clearer understanding of the dynamic systems that sustain us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRich with scientific facts and filled with compelling anecdotes from Pontzer's extensive fieldwork, \u003cem\u003eBurn\u003c\/em\u003e is an eye-opening text that promises to transform the way readers perceive diet, exercise, and daily living. Through its captivating narrative, it encourages a new perspective on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and underscores the importance of understanding our bodies' foundational mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for anyone interested in biology, health, and the science behind weight management, \u003cem\u003eBurn\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential read that proves to be both informative and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691632419052,"sku":"9780141990170","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141990170.jpg?v=1725547019"},{"product_id":"adaptable-by-herman-pontzer-9780241561614","title":"Adaptable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA groundbreaking tour of the overlooked science of human diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReal diversity isn't skin deep. Over the past 100,000 years, as humans expanded into every biome on the planet, our bodies and our cultures have been fine-tuned to our local environments. Our ability to adapt is at the heart of being human and the engine of our diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs an evolutionary anthropologist working with human populations around the globe, Herman Pontzer has conducted research that reveals the wonder of our biological diversity, documenting the connections between lifestyle, landscape, local adaptations, and health. In this book, he takes us on a tour of the human body and the surprising ways in which it survives in an uncertain world—from the Andean groups who have developed increased lung capacity to the Sama divers who have larger spleens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith so much variation that can be handed down genetically, for better or worse, the way we understand our biology and its interplay with our cultural environments holds huge importance for how we understand our world and one another, including the biggest questions of our day, such as the health impact of social inequality. 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This timely reappraisal of an overlooked science is an essential guide to our remarkable bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288339562732,"sku":"9780141999821","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8937d9bd4699a20c9aa395c9fd2e14b3.jpg?v=1770634708"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/herman-pontzer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}