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Obesity Is Second To Smoking As A Risk Factor For Cancer.

Smoking, Obesity, Alchohol and Cancer

While smoking is clearly the largest cause of cancer (especially when combined with heavy drinking) that can be controlled, excess weight also increases the risk for many forms of cancer.  Although this study was conducted inEngland, they experience similar rates … Continue reading

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Once Fat Cells Get Fat, They Stay Fat

Once Fat, Fat Cells Stay Fat

As our nation and the entire world fights the obesity epidemic, researchers continue to find out more about this complex disease. A new study from theUniversityofMichiganfound that as obesity sets in, fat cells become fatter and burn fat slower—at least … Continue reading

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