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Top 10 Studies of 2023: Obesity Gene, Twins Eating Different Diets, and More! | Dr. Roxie Becker

Jan 18, 2024
Dr. Roxie Becker, a nutrition researcher, shares the top 10 nutrition studies of 2023, including groundbreaking findings such as the impact of the obesity gene, lifestyle vs. genetics in identical twins, and the risk of high blood pressure among couples. They also discuss the financial benefits of a healthy diet, reversing type 2 diabetes with a plant-based diet, and the importance of plant-based diets during pregnancy.
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  • Diet plays a bigger role than genetics in controlling our health outcomes.
  • Even with identical genetics, a plant-based diet can lead to weight loss and improved heart health.

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Diet is more important than genetics in controlling health destinies

Research shows that diet is more important than genetics when it comes to controlling our health destinies. While people often lose hope if they believe their health is determined by their genes, studies have shown that diet plays a bigger role. A quote often used is that genetics loads the gun and diet pulls the trigger, emphasizing the significance of diet in determining our health outcomes.

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