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Why are people fat?


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Fat Some people are heavier because of their genes. Some people eat for comfort and ultimately gain weight. There are many reason MORE

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They have a high amount of fats cells. Fat, or adipose tissue, is found in several places in your body.Where it's placed depends on different factors like genetics etc.A little more than half of the adults in the United States are overweight.

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The simple answer is that your weight depends on the number of calories you consume, how many of those calories you store, and how many you burn up. Some people just don't have the metabolism that others have.

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Although some obesity is caused by underlying disorders, the main cause is probably lifestyle. The problem has two basic MORE?

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People are overweight due to genetics, eating too much, not exercising enough, or health problems.

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It's because compared with thinner people they snack more often during the day and move about a lot less. ChaCha on...

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Obesity can be caused by a number of things; genetics, psychology, social strata and poor nutrition among others. Thanks, ChaCha!

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Genetic, hormonal, behavioral, environmental and even cultural influences play a role in why people may become fat. ChaCha on!

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There are many reasons why people can be heavy, not just overeating, but diseases, etc. ChaCha!

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