"According to research from academics in Sweden, people who undergo rapid weight loss are twice as likely to divorce.

Although the study focused on people who had been fitted with gastric bands, known as bariatric surgery, the rise of weight-loss drugs will trigger an even larger divorce trend in future, researchers said."

The unintentional consequences of science and helping people live a better life: increased divorce rates.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2026/04/05/fat-jabs-to-unleash-divorce-boom/

#divorce #weightloss #science

@rob

I just read that article. It’s nothing I previously considered but it definitely makes sense.

@HopelessDemigod
I also think it makes sense. If your sense of self worth suddenly and dramatically improves, I’m quite sure it drives many changes in your life.

We live in weird times.