The Weight-Loss Logic That’ll Weigh on Your Mind

Joy was desperate to shed a few (okay, many) pounds. His thoughts were consumed by one mission: finding the ultimate way to lose weight.

One fine day, he stormed into a bookstore and declared, “I need that book about losing weight. Give me a copy right now!”

The shopkeeper scratched his head and said, “Sorry, sir, the last copy was sold just minutes ago. But I do have a book about how to gain weight.”

Joy frowned. “I don’t need that! I’m trying to lose weight, not pack on more!”

The shopkeeper, not missing a beat, replied, “Then just read this book and do exactly the opposite of what it says.”

Joy left, unsure whether to laugh or try the reverse diet of a sumo wrestler.