TED: The brain science of obesity | Mads Tang-Christensen

The video discusses obesity, highlighting genetic and environmental factors. It explores research on obesity, including rat experiments showing genetic predisposition, and debates whether obesity is a disease. The global obesity crisis is examined, with links to various health issues. The role of food and environment is considered, alongside brain and hormonal research, particularly GLP-1. The video concludes with future research directions and potential solutions for obesity.

How does societal perception of obesity affect individuals living with the condition?

What role does the hormone GLP-1 play in regulating food intake and body weight?

What are the potential solutions for preventing and treating obesity mentioned in the text?