Stephan Guyenet, a neuroscientist and author of "The Hungry Brain," dives into the intriguing world of obesity. He discusses the historical shifts in obesity rates and the genetic and hormonal factors influencing our body weight. Guyenet critiques popular obesity theories—the carbohydrate-insulin model versus the energy balance model—while revealing how modern foods exploit our brain's pleasure centers, complicating weight management. He provides insights on the roles of leptin and the hypothalamus in regulating appetite, plus tips for leveraging neuroscience to manage weight effectively.

Dr. Stephan Guyenet, an expert in obesity neuroscience and eating behavior, dives into the complexities of appetite regulation and metabolism. He discusses how liposuction affects leptin levels and hunger, along with long-term impacts of crash diets on appetite. Fascinatingly, he explores the concept of the 'brain microbiome' and its potential role in obesity. Guyenet also critiques weight management strategies, suggesting that drugs and bariatric surgery may be essential in today's environment, while emphasizing the need for a sustainable approach to health.

Episode #260. Are you struggling to maintain a healthy weight and navigate the confusing world of diets and weight loss solutions? In this episode, join me as I dive into the science behind eating behaviours, obesity, and the challenges of losing weight with renowned researcher Dr Stephan Guyenet.Discover the different types of eating, the importance of controlling our food environment, and various evidence-based strategies for weight loss. With practical advice and insights from Dr Guyenet, you'll gain a better understanding of the complexities of weight management and how to make informed choices for your health. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation about the widespread issue of obesity and our brain's role in eating behaviours.Specifically, we discuss: Intro (00:00) From neurodegenerative disease to obesity neuroscience (01:36) The holiday weight gain (10:38) The problem with excess fat (14:37) 'Personal fat threshold' and diabetes (26:06) Main drivers of type 2 diabetes (31:26) The role of the hypothalamus in weight gain (38:55) Homeostatic vs. non-homeostatic eating (47:29) Genetics and the obesity epidemic (56:50) Models of obesity: carbohydrate -insulin vs. energy balance (1:00:21) The brain and obesity (1:10:34) The protein-leverage hypothesis (1:19:39) Carbohydrates, fat, and the Mediterranean diet (1:24:08) The weight loss puzzle: low carb vs. low fat diet (1:30:10) Foods that promote satiety on fewer calories (1:38:25) GLP-1 agonists (1:43:08) Is weight loss largely dependent on exercise? (1:55:06) Physical activity vs sedentary lifestyle (1:58:40) Mental health and sleep (2:00:28) Expert advice on how to stop overeating (2:05:11) Outro (2:05:59) To connect with Dr Stephan Guyenet, you can find him on Twitter or visit his website, https://www.stephanguyenet.com/. You can also purchase Dr Guyenet’s widely acclaimed book, The Hungry Brain, to learn more about why we overeat and how to overcome this issue. Make sure to also check out Red Pen Reviews, where you can access free expert reviews on nutrition books.Discover more insights and supporting resources in the full show notes.Enjoy, friends.SimonWant to support the show?The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family.Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons)Creator of theproof.com and host of The Proof with Simon HillAuthor of The Proof is in the PlantsWatch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/SpotifyConnect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and FacebookNourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments GuideDownload my complimentary two-week meal plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book

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