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EPISODE · Jan 1, 2025 · 7 MIN

Dieting and the "yo-yo" effect (the science of weight regain)

from Nutrition Science Daily for Fat Loss (Not Weight Loss), Muscle, Macros, and Metabolism · host Philip Pape | Certified Nutrition Coach, Wits and Weights

Why is it so hard to keep the weight off after dieting? The infamous “yo-yo effect” has biological, behavioral, and psychological roots, from hormonal changes that drive hunger to unsustainable dieting approaches. Philip (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@witsandweights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) explains why weight regain happens and offers evidence-based strategies to break the cycle. Learn how to make your New Year’s resolution a lasting success. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the Wits & Weights podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition. -- Further listening (from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wits & Weights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠): ⁠⁠The 12-Month Fat Loss and Muscle Gain Blueprint for Your Best Physique in 2025⁠ -- References: Study on the yo-yo effect and weight cycling

Why is it so hard to keep the weight off after dieting? The infamous “yo-yo effect” has biological, behavioral, and psychological roots, from hormonal changes that drive hunger to unsustainable dieting approaches. Philip (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@witsandweights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) explains why weight regain happens and offers evidence-based strategies to break the cycle. Learn how to make your New Year’s resolution a lasting success. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the Wits & Weights podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition. -- Further listening (from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wits & Weights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠): ⁠⁠The 12-Month Fat Loss and Muscle Gain Blueprint for Your Best Physique in 2025⁠ -- References: Study on the yo-yo effect and weight cycling

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Why is it so hard to keep the weight off after dieting? The infamous “yo-yo effect” has biological, behavioral, and psychological roots, from hormonal changes that drive hunger to unsustainable dieting approaches. Philip...

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