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Why Your Body Fights Weight Loss | Katherine Saunders | TED

Why Your Body Fights Weight Loss | Katherine Saunders | TED

Saunders discusses why it is so difficult to lose weight. The body fights against weight loss. The Thrifty Gene hypothesis is discussed.

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medications, health, treatment, obesity
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Material Type:
Social Networking Tool
Date Added to MERLOT:
November 4, 2025
Date Modified in MERLOT:
November 5, 2025
Author:
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Submitter:
Robin Squellati
Primary Audience:
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Windows Mobile
Technical Requirements:
Computer
Language:
English
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