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How Overeating Changes Our Brains to Make It Harder to Diet

In a new paper, scientists zoom in on one of the specific ways overeating alters our brain.

By Daniel Bastardo Blanco
Jun 27, 2019 3:54 PMApr 12, 2020 7:53 PM
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Eating is one of the great pleasures of living. And knowing when to stop, a wonderful virtue. For some people, the decision to stop doesn’t come easy. And can we blame them? Eating is awesome! But there comes a point where never feeling full turns into a problem — a heavy problem.

There are many health risks associated with overeating. From increased risk of heart disease to diabetes, cancer and myriad other diseases, overeating is simply not a good option. But breaking the habit could take more than just willpower, as a number of studies have shown that consistent indulgence will actually change how our brains respond to food over time.

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