The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett The Weight Loss Scientist: You've Been LIED To About Calories, Dieting & Losing Weight: Giles Yeo
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Feb 2, 2023 
Giles Yeo, a Professor at the University of Cambridge, delves into groundbreaking insights on obesity and weight loss. He argues that our brains are wired to crave fat, challenging traditional views on discipline and dieting. Yeo highlights how genetic factors shape our relationship with food, criticizes calorie counting, and advocates for understanding nutrition over mere calorie intake. He also discusses the complexities of modern diets, the myths surrounding gluten, and how community support plays a crucial role in sustainable weight management.
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Giles Yeo's Career Shift
- Giles Yeo studied the genetics of pufferfish.
- He transitioned to obesity research after encountering Steve O'Rahilly's work on obesity genes.
Food's Influence
- Giles Yeo's interest in food stems from his research on how the brain controls feeding behavior.
- He's fascinated by the varying emotional responses people have to food.
Polarized Food Views
- Society's view of food is polarized between enjoyment and fear.
- While acknowledging the health risks of poor diets, Giles Yeo advocates for understanding and loving food, not fearing it.
