Do Genetics Determine Our Health

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How much do our genetics determine our destiny when it comes to how much we weigh? Cambridge geneticist Giles Yeo says your genes play a bigger role than you might think. “In casino terms, the house will always win if the die is weighted just a little bit one way versus the other ...  Show more

This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health and Levels. You may be surprised to learn that your lifestyle and food choices are much better indicators of your health and weight than your genes. While it is true that some genes can predispose you to obesity, type 2 diabetes, or h ...  Show more

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To claim credit for this episode, visit: Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast: Genes & Your Health

Guest: Iftikhar J. Kullo, M.D. (<a href='https: ...