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Obesity: Genes are not destiny
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Got It, Hide this- Website: Harvard School of Public Health
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Our weight is not just decided by our genes - our surroundings and lifestyle are important too. Watching too much TV, being inactive, eating processed foods, sweetened products and fast food all contribute to obesity.
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genetics, healthy eating, diet, healthy diet, physical activity, exercise, calories, fats, overweight
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Rated on: 6/10/2015 1:54:22 PM
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