I actually almost ordered that book, but in reading reviews of it, I found reference to this one which I ordered instead. I've read the first few chapters and am finding it amazingly astute. I cannot wait to read more (but my boss would probably frown on reading 'pleasure' books durring the work day!).

http://www.amazon.com/Normal-Eating-...4563591&sr=8-1

As far as that observation about birth order? In my experience, it's partially true. I was the first born and I ALWAYS save the best for last. The best bite, my favorite side, dessert, whatever it is...I save the best for last. The problem with this in relation to body weight? There are 2. First, because I save the best for last, I tend to ignore my 'full' signals. Even if I get 'full' and stop eating...I still have to eat whatever it is that I've 'saved' or else I feel deprived or that I missed out. This means I'm constantly eating more than my body needs. The second issue is that by saving the best...I always finish my food with the last trace of 'perfect' or 'delicious' in my mouth. If I haven't already gotten the 'full' signal, this just makes me want more. I used to notice this with pizza...I love the crust the best, so eating it last meant that each time I finished a piece I'd think "wow, that was really good....let's have another". Then I'd start another piece, think it's not all that great...but still feel that I should at least finish it to get to the best part (the crust) so that it doesn't go to waste. It's a vicious circle!