Take a look at this article that appeared on Yahoo Shine on how the endocrine system produces hormones that regulate our system. People are eating less fat than they were 30 years ago and obesity levels have sky-rocketed. What is the role of toxins on this interesting fact.

http://shine.yahoo.com/event/loveyourbody/why-you-cant-lose-those-last-10-pounds-1964849/

This is a must read for anyone that is struggling to lose weight.