"MIT's Vibrating Pill Promises Up to 40% Reduction in Food Intake, Shows Promise in Weight Loss Study"
MIT scientists have developed a vibrating capsule designed to help reduce food consumption by simulating the sensation of fullness, similar to the effect of drinking water before a meal. The capsule works by stimulating mechanoreceptors that signal the brain to produce hormones associated with satiety and digestion. In animal tests, it reduced food intake by about 40%. The technology offers a potential non-surgical, cost-effective alternative to current obesity treatments like GLP-1s. The capsule is powered by a silver oxide battery and is activated by stomach acid. Safety and production scalability are the next steps, along with plans for human trials.