Brain scans reveal why weight loss is so hard to keep off
NCT ID NCT03578887
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study looked at 112 twins to understand why people often regain weight after losing it. Researchers used brain scans to check for inflammation in a part of the brain that controls appetite and weight. They compared people who lost weight through diet or surgery to see if brain inflammation changes and whether it predicts weight regain.
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University of Washington - South Lake Union
Seattle, Washington, 98109, United States
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