What Really Drives Our Weight

Many people still believe that weight is simply a matter of willpower. Eat less, move more, right? But the reality is far more complicated, and we still have plenty to learn about the hidden biological forces driving the numbers on the scale.

This week, we’re diving into the complex biological networks that underpin obesity. How do genetics and brain chemistry influence our appetite? How do hormones shape where our bodies store fat and help dictate comorbidity risk? And how can understanding these individual biological differences guide us toward a more personalized future for obesity care?

Featured guests:
– Dr. Manige Konig, Vice President and Obesity Franchise Development Head, Pfizer
– Dr. Giles Yeo, Professor of Molecular Neuroendocrinology, University of Cambridge

Dive into the episode here:
00:00 – Why weight isn’t a choice
03:50 – The genetics of body weight and appetite
14:26 – How fat distribution and hormones impact health risks
22:49 – The future of personalized obesity care

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Season 7 of Science Will Win is created by Pfizer and hosted by Dr. Joe Hanson. It’s produced by Acast Creative Studios. Hosts in this podcast series were compensated for their time.

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