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Your Friends Shape Your Health

Your Friends Shape Your Health

Daily Chase #36

Jun 23, 2025
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You're 42.5% more likely to be overweight if your friends are overweight than if your family is overweight.

This isn't about genetics - it's about environment.

Think about it: If your friends spend four nights a week at sports bars eating wings and drinking beer, chances are you will too.

If they're early risers who meet for morning runs, you're more likel…

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