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The Greek physician Hippocrates noted that naturally fat people tend to die ealier than those who are slender. It is also better to be larger when young but a smaller stature is better in old age

Jun 11, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: The Greek physician Hippocrates noted that naturally fat people tend to die ealier than those who are slender. It is also better to be larger when young but a smaller stature is better in old age

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