The obesity paradox


	The obesity paradox

Lexica

10-11-2009 10:29 PM

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health, obesity, research, healthcare

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10-12-2009 10:31 AM

ljsdesign

doctors are also prone to the weight prejudices in our society.

10-14-2009 9:35 AM

wiganfootie

UMM,What can i have for dinner

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