Delayed reward discounting and grit in men and women with and without obesity

Abstract

An overvaluation of short-term reward (e.g. the taste of palatable food and the comfort of engaging in sedentary activities) and undervaluation of long-term health goals (e.g. achieving a healthy weight and avoiding obesity-related comorbidities) may contribute to excess weight. Additional research incorporating prospective experimental designs is needed to determine whether decision-making strategies can be targeted to improve weight management.