The Joe Cohen Show

SNPit #10 | Understanding Appetite, Emotional Eating, and Fat Metabolism

Feb 14, 2024

The guest on this episode is the FTO gene, which plays a pivotal role in fat metabolism, appetite, weight management, emotional eating, and hunger levels. They discuss how variants of the FTO gene influence emotional eating, pleasure from eating, and appetite. The podcast explores the impact of the FTO gene on appetite, emotional eating, and fat metabolism, and emphasizes that negative effects can be counteracted through awareness and lifestyle changes.

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Quick takeaways

The FTO gene is associated with emotional eating, where food becomes a source of comfort during moments of stress, sadness, or boredom.

Certain variants of the FTO gene can affect appetite regulation, leading to increased hunger and potentially delayed feelings of fullness.

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The Influence of the FTO Gene on Emotional Eating

The FTO gene is associated with emotional aspects of eating. Individuals with certain variants of the FTO gene may experience a stronger activation of the brain's reward pathways, leading to a heightened sense of pleasure when indulging in sugary or fatty foods. This can result in a cycle of emotional eating, where food becomes a source of comfort during moments of stress, sadness, or boredom.

Understanding the Impact of the FTO Gene on Appetite and Emotional Eating

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The Grand Symphony of the FTO Gene: Appetite, Emotional Eating, and Metabolism

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In this episode, we focus on the FTO gene's pivotal role in fat metabolism, appetite, and weight management.

Get an in-depth analysis of how the FTO gene not only influences body weight and obesity risk but also regulates appetite and fat metabolism, alongside managing emotional eating and hunger levels.

We discuss the gene's connection to weight-related challenges, including its effects on insulin resistance, blood sugar levels, and energy expenditure.

By understanding one’s genetic predispositions, individuals can adopt personalized approaches to diet, lifestyle, and supplementation, turning genetic insights into actionable plans for improving fat metabolism and achieving weight management goals.

If you're interested in learning more about how your DNA and genetics affect your health, you can:

- Check out SelfDecode: ⁠https://selfdecode.com/⁠

- Join Joe’s online community: ⁠https://thejoecohenshow.com/⁠