Gary Taubes on Why We Get Fat

Jul 16, 2012 · 01:20:01

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Gary Taubes questions the 'eat less, move more' obesity theory.
He argues excessive carbohydrate consumption drives weight gain.
Taubes explains the body's reaction to carbohydrates and insulin.

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