FASEB J December 1990 PMID 2253845

Role of set-point theory in regulation of body weight.

R B Harris

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Peak: 1 in Feb 2021
across 5 sources since Feb 2021

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

This collection demonstrates varied perspectives, with some users referencing the set-point theory to challenge simplistic ideas about weight management, while others emphasize the complexity of factors involved, highlighting the ongoing debate and differing levels of acceptance and understanding in social discussions about body regulation.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Discussions show mixed opinions, with some skepticism about the set-point theory's explanation for obesity, especially from the second post.

InterestModerate interest

Interest is moderate, as people are discussing complex topics like obesity and physiological regulation, though not with intense enthusiasm.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engage thoughtfully with concepts like the long-term effectiveness of weight management and the complexity of body regulation, indicating a meaningful level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions reflect awareness that the set-point theory influences how obesity is understood, though they also highlight ongoing debates, suggesting moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The setpoint theory explains that body weight is kept stable through a feedback system involving the hypothalamus, which monitors body signals and adjusts food intake or energy use to maintain a preferred weight.
  • Multiple factors like nutrients, hormones, neural pathways, and brain regions interact to regulate food intake and body fat, suggesting a complex control system rather than a single parameter.
  • Overall, maintaining body weight involves balancing many different physiological parameters, making it unrealistic to think of it being controlled by just one factor like energy alone.]

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Chris Hendel
@chrishendel · X

Fat cells have a ‘memory’ of obesity — hinting at why it’s hard to keep weight off via @Nature https://t.co/qNQrQh8JWg Intriguing! Reminds me of this paper below I was able to dredge up from the deep recesses of my memory banks... https://t.co/cn327xqRAG

Nov 19, 2024 · 4,274 followers View post →
ShabbyChicSarah
@ShabbyChicSarah · X

@jamieoliver @10DowningStreet @BorisJohnson https://t.co/SGqqh2t5KF

May 20, 2022 · 759 followers View post →
Nicholas Kaknes
@NickKaknes · X

@BiggestComeback weight is in my opinion naive and in many ways insulting. For the vast majority of people it simply doesn’t work as a long term solution. Refer you to the set point theory on obesity pathophys https://t.co/GHsAAG211Q.

Jun 11, 2023 · 239 followers View post →
Josh Ethan
@JoshGT234 · X

@16178k @yossarian110 @seadaisy81 https://t.co/iUD0iw3TfK It's not that simple though. There are more factors than that. Also making changes to your lifestyle is difficult and it's pretty reductionist to say it's people being "lazy".

Feb 12, 2021 · 24 followers View post →

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Chris Hendel
@chrishendel · X

Fat cells have a ‘memory’ of obesity — hinting at why it’s hard to keep weight off via @Nature https://t.co/qNQrQh8JWg Intriguing! Reminds me of this paper below I was able to dredge up from the deep recesses of my memory banks... https://t.co/cn327xqRAG

Nov 19, 2024 · 4,274 followers View post →
Nicholas Kaknes
@NickKaknes · X

@BiggestComeback weight is in my opinion naive and in many ways insulting. For the vast majority of people it simply doesn’t work as a long term solution. Refer you to the set point theory on obesity pathophys https://t.co/GHsAAG211Q.

Jun 11, 2023 · 239 followers View post →
ShabbyChicSarah
@ShabbyChicSarah · X

@jamieoliver @10DowningStreet @BorisJohnson https://t.co/SGqqh2t5KF

May 20, 2022 · 759 followers View post →
Tofu
@dark_tofu · X

https://t.co/ZKCyCsGDRM.

Nov 5, 2021 · 2 followers View post →
Josh Ethan
@JoshGT234 · X

@16178k @yossarian110 @seadaisy81 https://t.co/iUD0iw3TfK It's not that simple though. There are more factors than that. Also making changes to your lifestyle is difficult and it's pretty reductionist to say it's people being "lazy".

Feb 12, 2021 · 24 followers View post →