We’ve been talking about how I used to eat horrendous amounts of calories yet remained toothpick skinny. The point being…
Calories have nothing to do with obesity.
So what does cause obesity? Do I think there are genes that make you fat? Yes genetics CAN make make you fat.
FTO, a so-called “obesity gene” is found in half the population. And those with 2 copies of the gene are 70% more likely to be obese than noncarriers.
The good news is: research shows that you can overcome your genetic predisposition for obesity.
Researchers studying a group of more than 700 Amish people found that the FTO gene had no effect on those that were physically active. There was almost no difference between those who had the gene and those that didn’t.
Take a cue from the Amish and increase your activity levels by walking, gardening and moderate exercise.
Even small changes can make a difference.
Check out our next blog post for more news.
P.S. Oh, research at the University of Maryland School of Medicine also had the same conclusion: People with the FTO gene can prevent weight gain by exercising.
The only way you can manage obesity is throught Proper Diet and lots of exercise. The human body is designed for work so we should always get some form of physical exercise to stay fit.
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