Ep. 186: The Biology of Binge Eating: New Research on How Weight Suppression Impacts Leptin and GLP-1 (with Pamela Keel, PhD)

I talked with Dr. Pamela Keel about her new study exploring the biological underpinnings of binge eating. We discuss how weight suppression affects key hormones—GLP‑1 and leptin—and how those changes can reduce satiety and drive binge eating. Dr. Keel explains what this means for understanding urges, recovery, and weight restoration—and we also discuss the potential role and risks of GLP‑1 medications in treatment. Learn more about Pamela Keel and her new study: FSU researcher’s new findings connect biological and behavioral consequences of weight loss to binge eating Pamela Keel, PhD Brain over Binge resources: Get the FREE 30-day Inspiration Booklet Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching

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Ep. 186: The Biology of Binge Eating: New Research on How Weight Suppression Impacts Leptin and GLP-1 (with Pamela Keel, PhD) is an episode from Brain Over Binge Podcast by Kathryn Hansen.

This episode is 51:19 long.

This episode was published on Aug 27, 2025.

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