Dieting and the "yo-yo" effect (the science of weight regain)

01/01/2025 7 min Episodio 23

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Episode Synopsis

Why is it so hard to keep the weight off after dieting? The infamous “yo-yo effect” has biological, behavioral, and psychological roots, from hormonal changes that drive hunger to unsustainable dieting approaches.
Philip (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@witsandweights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) explains why weight regain happens and offers evidence-based strategies to break the cycle. Learn how to make your New Year’s resolution a lasting success.
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the Wits & Weights podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.
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Further listening (from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wits & Weights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠):
⁠⁠The 12-Month Fat Loss and Muscle Gain Blueprint for Your Best Physique in 2025⁠
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References:
Study on the yo-yo effect and weight cycling