Is being fat really in your genes?
Having this gene may pre-dispose you to want to eat more than average, but it isn’t an excuse for being over-weight, it is just another factor that people can learn to overcome.
Certain bodily conditions such as Hypothyroidism and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) cause weight gain because of the hormonal imbalances that accompany them.
Smokers who quit [...]