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Obese children 'could be hypnotised by NHS to stop them overeating'

NHS researchers trial hypnosis for severely obese youth to shrink overeating habits.
A 13-year-old underwent three 50-minute hypnosis sessions in the study.
Self-hypnosis continued for about four months to reinforce effects.
BMI moved closer to normal and body fat fell during the treatment.
Paul McKenna supports hypnotherapy as a potential NHS method for weight loss.
Experts caution hypnosis would be part of a broader care plan, not a stand-alone cure.
The study was presented at a major obesity conference in Europe.
The patient’s anxiety scores also improved alongside weight changes.
The NHS CEW Service aims to roll out hypnosis to more patients if successful.

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