May Luncheon with Professor Alfred Poulos

In recent years, the focus of obesity prevention has been on diet. However, diet is only one of many factors which play a role in the development of obesity. These factors and the latest research on how they contribute to the development of obesity, and the many different methods that have been and are being used to treat and prevent obesity are discussed as well as the latest and most up to date information on research into the causes, health consequences and treatment of obesity. His book educates and advocates for healthier lifestyles, a better understanding of diets and weight loss programs, and associated chronic diseases.

Alfred Poulos has a PhD from London University, a law degree from Adelaide University and a professorship from Adelaide University, for his research into genetic diseases, fats and fat metabolism. He is a current member of the Alfred Hospital Human Research Ethics Committee (Drugs and Interventions Group) in Melbourne, reviewing medical and other health-related research projects. While Professor Poulos’ medical and scientific research has been wide and varied, it has chiefly focused on the role fats play in health and disease. His recent interests are in nutrition, and in the chemical pollutants present in our food, water and the environment. This interest led to his publication of The Silent Threat (2005), a book that provides consumers with information on the source of many of these chemicals as well as their possible effects on our health and The Secret Life of Chemicals.