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Could Being a Little Overweight Help You Live Longer?

International analysis found obesity raised the odds of early death, but a few extra pounds didn't hurt

January 1, 2013 RSS Feed Print

"By clarifying the thresholds at which weight poses a threat of premature death, this study invites us to concentrate our efforts there," he said.

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