Originally published: Bantam, 2006

Introduction : the science of snacking -- The mindless margin -- The forgotten food -- Surveying the tablescape -- The hidden persuaders around us -- Mindless eating scripts -- The name game -- In the mood for comfort food -- Nutritional gatekeepers -- Fast-food fever -- Mindlessly eating better -- Appendix A. Comparing popular diets -- Appendix B. Your diet danger zone -- Paperback postscript : frequently asked questions

A food psychologist identifies hidden factors, motivations, and cues that cause overeating and offers practical solutions to help avoid these hidden traps and enjoy food without putting on excess pounds