Understanding the Brain's Role in Weight Loss Resistance
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Modern science shows that weight loss is hindered by our brain's biological defenses, which evolved to protect us from starvation and excess fat, making it difficult to lose weight and keep it off. These mechanisms, combined with societal factors and early-life influences, explain why dieting often fails, but advances in neuroscience and pharmacology offer new hope for effective treatments and prevention strategies.
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