The belly melt diet : the 6-week plan to harness your body's natural rhythms to lose weight for good! / Bridget Doherty ; with the editors of Prevention.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Our internal clocks govern most aspects of our bodies, including the hormones that control appetite, metabolism, and fat storage. Chronobiology helps you identify your body rhythms and tweak the "master clock" in your brain. The research is conclusive: People who work with their body's rhythms get the best weight loss results. There are right and wrong times to eat, exercise, and sleep--and the Belly Melt Diet teaches you how to tap into those patterns. Here's an easy, step-by-step plan to help you discover a more natural, healthful tempo to maximize your fat-melting power. You'll lose weight, sleep better, and have more energy to enjoy life to the fullest. In this book, you'll find: over 100 belly-melting recipes, including slimmed-down favorites like macaroni and cheese, meat loaf, and quesadillas; four simple steps to flatten your belly--plus easy illustrations and expert tips; and a handy journal to help you track your progress.--From publisher description.