Your friends and family will likely applaud your substantial weight loss — but your cells may resist change. New research finds that obesity can trigger genetic modifications within fat cells that allow the cells to store “memories” of being overweight in their nucleus and make it easier for the body to regain pounds. “We’ve found … Read more
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Experts are warning that diets that aren’t “medically necessary” can “cause people real harm” and spur a “lifelong struggle” with their weight. A study, published in the journal Qualitative Health Research, found that yo-yo dieting or weight cycling can have long-lasting negative effects on dieters. “Ultimately, this study tells us that weight cycling is a negative … Read more
Jo O’Farrell was a chronic yo-yo dieter, often turning to fast food and takeout for comfort while struggling with her weight for a decade. The British mother, 40, could never keep the pounds off — that is, until she nearly died. O’Farrell reported contracting sepsis in 2021 after a sinus infection went unnoticed. The “hidden … Read more