New book release: Obesity: Life Beyond the GLP-1 Injection

A new book by Dr Thomas Barber, WMS Associate Professor and Honorary Consultant Endocrinologist at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW), aims to help readers navigate the complex science of obesity.

Published on 5 November, Obesity: Life Beyond the GLP-1 Injection challenges a busy landscape of misleading information and provides a scientific and holistic approach to understanding obesity. Drawing on the latest scientific evidence, the book presents accessible, evidence-based insights exploring the causes, prevention and management of obesity. Original illustrations by Sara S. Watson reinforce key learning points and bring the concepts to life.

The book takes a multidisciplinary approach, covering topics including appetite regulation, the gut microbiota, muscle health, sleep, fibre intake and the wider environmental factors that can contribute to weight gain. It also examines obesity stigma, the limitations of BMI, and the growing role of GLP-1 therapies within a broader treatment landscape.

As Scientific Lead for the Human Metabolism Research Unit and lead of the obesity service at UHCW, Dr Barber’s research focuses on understanding how human metabolism influences obesity and developing strategies to prevent and manage obesity and diabetes. He has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers and is a regular speaker at national and international scientific meetings.

Written for readers with an interest in science and health, Obesity: Life Beyond the GLP-1 Injection will also be a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, students and others seeking a reliable, science-based understanding of one of the world's most pressing health challenges.