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Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong about Everything? : How the Famous Sell Us Elixirs of Health, Beauty and Happiness by Timothy Caulfield (2016, Trade Paperback)

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An exploration of the effect our celebrity-dominated culture has on our ideas of what it means to live the good life What would happen if an average Joe tried out for American Idol, underwent a professional makeover, endured Gwyneth Paltrow's "Clean Cleanse," and followed the outrageous rituals of the rich and famous? Health law policy researcher Timothy Caulfield finds out in this thoroughly unique, engaging, and provocative book about celebrity culture and its iron grip on today's society. Over the past decade, our perceptions of beauty, health, success, and happiness have become increasingly framed by a popular culture steeped in celebrity influence and ever more disconnected from reality. Research tells us that our health decisions and goals are influenced by celebrity culture and endorsements, our children's ambitions are now overwhelmingly governed by the fantasy of fame, and the ideals of beauty and success are mediated through a celebrity-dominated worldview. But while much has been written about the cause of our obsession with the rich and famous, Caulfield argues that not enough has been done to debunk celebrity messages and promises about health, diet, beauty, or happiness. From super-thin models to Gwyneth Paltrow's endorsement of a gluten free-diet for almost anyone, celebrity opinions have the power to dominate our conversations and outlooks. In this book, Caulfield provides an entertaining look into the celebrity world, including vivid accounts of his own experiences trying out for American Idol, having his skin resurfaced, and doing the cleanse; interviews with actual celebrities; thought-provoking facts, and a practical and evidence-based reality check on our own celebrity ambitions.

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Beacon Press
ISBN-10
0807039705
ISBN-13
9780807039700
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Author
Timothy Caulfield
Publication Name
Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong about Everything? : How the Famous Sell Us Elixirs of Health, Beauty and Happiness
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2016
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
272 Pages

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Item Length
9in
Item Height
0.7in
Item Width
5.9in
Item Weight
13.6 Oz

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"An intelligent mix of research and pop culture, Caulfield's analysis of celebrity trends gets to the heart of America's obsession with the fame monster." -- Kirkus Reviews "You'd think that with the steady march of science, we'd see the twilight of the quacks. On the contrary. We are awash in snake oil. Now Tim Caulfield provides an important and entertaining antidote to all this bunkum. Put down the deer antler spray and pick up this book." --A. J. Jacobs, author of The Year of Living Biblically "Caulfield's thoughtful, amusing and engaging study of our celebrity-obsessed culture provides insight into why celebrity authority often trumps medical fact when it comes to our health. If you want to improve your health or that of others you would do well to read this book!" --Arthur Caplan, author of Smart Mice, Not So Smart People "Health and science expert [Timothy Caulfield] debunks the most powerful and persuasive messages being spread by celebrities when it comes to our health and well-being: what works, what doesn't, what is worth our time and money, and what isn't. A fun and informative read." -- CBC Books "An exhaustively researched, hilarious take on how celebrity culture influences everyday life, from ill-fated attempts to make it big on reality TV to celebrity-endorsed diets and beauty regimens." --Emma Teitel, Maclean's, "An intelligent mix of research and pop culture, Caulfield's analysis of celebrity trends gets to the heart of America's obsession with the fame monster." -- Kirkus Reviews "You'd think that with the steady march of science, we'd see the twilight of the quacks. On the contrary. We are awash in snake oil. Now Tim Caulfield provides an important and entertaining antidote to all this bunkum. Put down the deer antler spray and pick up this book." --A. J. Jacobs, author of The Year of Living Biblically "Caulfield's thoughtful, amusing and engaging study of our celebrity-obsessed culture provides insight into why celebrity authority often trumps medical fact when it comes to our health. If you want to improve your health or that of others you would do well to read this book!" --Arthur Caplan, author of Smart Mice, Not So Smart People "Health and science expert [Timothy Caulfield] debunks the most powerful and persuasive messages being spread by celebrities when it comes to our health and well-being: what works, what doesn't, what is worth our time and money, and what isn't. A fun and informative read." -- CBC Books "An exhaustively researched, hilarious take on how celebrity culture influences everyday life, from ill-fated attempts to make it big on reality TV to celebrity-endorsed diets and beauty regimens." --Emma Teitel, Maclean's
Table of Content
INTRODUCTION Idol Dreams Part I The Illusion of Celebrity Authority CHAPTER 1 Dieting, Gwyneth, and My Cleanse CHAPTER 2 Beauty Tips from Beautiful People CHAPTER 3 Pamela Anderson's Breasts CHAPTER 4 Wired Behavior CHAPTER 5 Beauty and/or Health? Part II The Illusion That You Too Can Be a Celebrity CHAPTER 6 Dreams of Fame and Fortune CHAPTER 7 So You Want to Be a Star? CHAPTER 8 Celebrity Dreams and Cognitive Biases CHAPTER 9 Simon Cowell and Social Pressure CHAPTER 10 Luck and Ten Thousand Hours CHAPTER 11 A Lonely, Health-Destroying Grind? CONCLUSION The Dream Crusher? ACKNOWLEDGMENTS SELECTED REFERENCES AND SOURCES INDEX
Target Audience
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Topic
Beauty & Grooming, Rich & Famous, Popular Culture, General, Healthy Living, History, Chemistry / Organic
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, Health & Fitness, Science, Medical, Social Science

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