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  • Behavioral Science

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  • Interoception, the perception of internal bodily signals, is a potential factor in appetite regulation and weight management.
  • Understanding the link between interoception and body mass index (BMI) is crucial for developing effective weight control strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between self-reported interoception and BMI.
  • To determine if eating behavior traits mediate the association between interoception and BMI.

Main Methods:

  • 1181 UK adults completed validated self-report questionnaires.
  • Measures included interoception, intuitive eating, and emotional overeating.
  • Statistical analyses examined the predictive and mediating roles of these factors.

Main Results:

  • Poorer interoceptive accuracy was associated with higher BMI (r = -0.07, p < .05).
  • Reduced consideration of satiety signals during eating partially explained this association.
  • Increased emotional overeating also partially mediated the link between interoceptive accuracy and BMI.

Conclusions:

  • Deficits in interoception may impair the integration of satiety signals into eating decisions, potentially contributing to higher BMI.
  • Targeting interoceptive abilities and eating behaviors could be beneficial for weight management.