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Fat Cells May Retain a Memory of Obesity
Original: Fat Cells May Retain a Memory of Obesity https://nautil.us/fat-cells-may-retain-a-memory-of-obesity-1285557/ # Science #
New research suggests fat cells can retain a 'memory' of obesity, which may help explain why losing weight and keeping it off is so difficult. According to the reporting, adipose cells appear to carry epigenetic changes established during weight gain, altering how they function even after weight loss. The findings are drawing attention in science and health circles, with discussion focused on what this means for obesity treatment and the biology of yo-yo dieting.
Why now: Fresh research on why lost weight often returns is striking a chord with anyone who has struggled with dieting.
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