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Keeping weight off may be stymied by fat cells’ ‘memory’ of obesity

Last updated: November 19, 2024 12:21 am
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New research suggests that fat tissue may have a memory when it comes to weight gain and loss. This discovery sheds light on why losing weight and keeping it off can be such a challenge for those living with obesity.

Epigenetics, the chemical tags on DNA that control gene expression, play a key role in this weight memory phenomenon. A study published in Nature on November 18 reveals that these epigenetic changes in fat tissue create a cellular memory of obesity. This memory can suppress metabolism and speed up nutrient intake, making it difficult for weight loss efforts to be successful in the long term.

The findings from the study suggest that genes related to metabolism remain less active in fat tissue from individuals with obesity, even after they have lost weight. This suggests that the genetic changes associated with obesity can persist even after weight loss, contributing to the challenge of maintaining a healthy weight.

Experiments conducted on mice further supported these findings, showing that genes involved in metabolism remained switched off in formerly obese animals. Additionally, fat cells from formerly obese mice were found to absorb nutrients at a much faster rate than those from lean mice. This increased nutrient intake made it easier for the animals with obesity memory to regain weight after losing it.

The implications of this research are significant for individuals struggling with weight management. The study’s lead author, Ferdinand von Meyenn, emphasizes the need to better understand and address these genetic changes to support long-term weight loss success. Current weight loss and diabetes medications may not adequately address these genetic changes, as individuals can regain weight once treatment is stopped.

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Looking ahead, von Meyenn suggests that a combination of treatments or new medications could potentially target and reverse the genetic changes that contribute to obesity memory. By addressing these underlying factors, researchers hope to develop more effective strategies for weight management and improve metabolic health in individuals living with obesity.

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