Lexington Herald Leader | Weight-loss surgery helps even the genetic playing field Lexington Herald Leader How can one overcome genetics? If everyone in my family is heavy, isn't it a foregone conclusion that I will be heavy also? I hear these concerns often in my office. The good news is we can overcome genetics with weight-loss surgery. The most popular ... |
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