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Why is fat harmful for you?
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^ fat risks: Increased body fat ^'s risks for heart dz, ^ blood pressure, type 2 diabetes mellitus, sleep apnea, arthritis, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, gall stones, liver dz & even some cancers.
Answered 5/25/2015
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