It depends on differences in brain function, which can be modified through exercise and mindfulness, a new review shows.
“Another really important take away is that eating habits during childhood are really important, as this is a time in which the brain undergoes considerable development,” Lowe adds. “By ensuring a healthy diet that limits ultra processed foods, parents can help develop healthy eating patterns for life, and ensure that the brain functions properly. This also suggests that focusing on childhood interventions may have the largest impact on reducing obesity prevalence.
Lowe adds that the research helps to debunk the myth that overweight people are simply “lazy” or lacking in willpower. “Obesity is a complex disease that has numerous causes,” Lowe says. “What our review really highlights is that the relationship between brain activity and eating behaviours is observed in healthy weight individuals.“So, it is not a lack of willpower that is contributing to obesity.
“Another important aspect is that the overconsumption of high-calorie foods can have a negative impact on cognitive processes and brain structure and function. This can further drive overeating patterns." What is “really exciting” about the research, according to Lowe, is that it helps to untangle the complex web of factors playing into the
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