Obesity continues to plague every corner of society and brings with it a range of serious health problems never before seen in modern medicine. Documentary made in Australia Why Am I Still Fat? Focus on the science behind this epidemic. By understanding the role our bodies, brains and environment play in shaping our weight fluctuations, we may be better prepared to succeed at dieting.
The film contains many startling revelations that could lead to a major shift in the obesity debate. For example, did you know that dieting can actually make you fatter? What scientists call the hunger response is actually the brain’s defense mechanism that counteracts our efforts to lose weight. This response leads to increased appetite and decreased energy, effectively causing the dieter to overextend to regain energy. As detailed in the documentation, controlled studies were conducted to determine the most effective ways to counteract this natural body response.
The science behind gravitational particles also transcends physics in many other ways. At the South Australian Institute of Health and Research, researchers are studying the communication between gastric nerves and the brain, and how these transmissions change fundamentally with weight gain. For those who feel compelled to lose weight through gastric bypass surgery, this study could provide very welcome insight into less drastic, non-surgical solutions.
Dealing with the way our bodies process the food we eat is another battle in the ongoing “Battle of Bloat.” In one scientific study, laboratory mice were fed a diet high in carbohydrates and protein. Internal research found massive weight gain and organ inflammation—a response similar to that seen in people who participated in this diet. But these scientists have discovered a single ingredient that can drastically reduce these side effects: anthocyanin-rich plums.
Why am I still fat? Offers hope and opportunity to those who have had little success in their weight loss efforts.
