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Sandra Aamodt is an American neuroscientist and science writer. She earned her Ph.
Known for: Why Diets Make Us Fat: The Unintended Consequences of Our Obsession with Weight Loss
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Why Diets Make Us Fat: The Unintended Consequences of Our Obsession with Weight Loss
In this book, neuroscientist Sandra Aamodt explores how dieting can paradoxically lead to weight gain and metabolic disruption. Drawing on scientific research, she explains how the brain regulates body weight and why restrictive diets often fail. Aamodt advocates for mindful eating and a healthier relationship with food rather than calorie restriction.
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The Brain’s Role in Weight Regulation
To understand why diets often fail, we must start with the brain’s command center—the hypothalamus. This small area deep inside the brain orchestrates energy balance. It receives signals from hormones like leptin, which indicates fat stores, and ghrelin, which stimulates hunger. Based on these input...
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Metabolic Adaptation to Dieting
When people restrict calories, the body engages a complex suite of adaptations to conserve energy. Metabolism slows, muscle becomes more efficient at using fuel, and hormones that stimulate hunger surge. These changes are not moral failings—they are emergency responses. Studies show that even years ...
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About Sandra Aamodt
Sandra Aamodt is an American neuroscientist and science writer. She earned her Ph.D. in neuroscience from the University of Rochester and served as editor-in-chief of the journal Nature Neuroscience. Her work focuses on the intersection of brain science, behavior, and health.
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