The real reason why thin people are not fat: genetic advantage

[live627]

The reason is what we've always known: genetic advantage and it's no small difference, either. Despite this being rubbished for so long by so-called "experts", it's true.

Following that logic, I must be genetically endowed because I haven't suffered weight gain since 7 years old despite both my mother and my father being fat some thirty odd years ago. One of my younger brothers was always fatter than me, even in teenage years.

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[Retro]

Following that logic, I must be genetically endowed because I haven't suffered weight gain since 7 years old despite both my mother and my father being fact some thirty odd years ago. One of my younger brothers was always fatter than me, even in teenage years.

Yes, it's mostly genetic, lucky you.

Have you read the article in post 1?

 

[eidairman1]

Yes, it's mostly genetic, lucky you.

Have you read the article in post 1?

With as Tall As I am It is harder to shed the weight, it is possible though, goes back to the old addage of exercise and diet.

I lost a considerable amount of weight doing jogging, pushups, situps, leglifts/flutter kicks, squats in my 20s, Heck I was eating Stoffer's Lean Quisine which were smaller portions but man they were tasty. Its just a matter of finding time for me now. I just bought a Hybrid Bike (Comfort MTB with BMX Handlebars) just need to set it up.

 

[Retro]

I lost a considerable amount of weight

Glad you've beaten the battle of the bulge, eidy. Once it gets you, it's a monster that won't let go no matter what.

 

[eidairman1]

Glad you've beaten the battle of the bulge, eidy. Once it gets you, it's a monster that won't let go no matter what.

Its past tense that was over 18 years ago

 

[Retro]

Yes, I said "beaten", past tense.

 

[eidairman1]

Yes, I said "beaten", past tense.

It's all good, I bought a bike, just need to assemble it, should be good for my neck unlike the common mountain bike, hybrid Comfort Bike- BMX style handle bars to keep me upright with 21 Speeds, 27.5" Wheels. Riding 5 miles on a general mtb is harsh on my neck.

 

[Tiffany]

It's all good, I bought a bike, just need to assemble it, should be good for my neck unlike the common mountain bike, hybrid Comfort Bike- BMX style handle bars to keep me upright with 21 Speeds, 27.5" Wheels. Riding 5 miles on a general mtb is harsh on my neck.

Staying flexible and pain free as you get older can be a beast unless you have the right "workout tools and gear". I'm glad you found a bike that works for you and doesn't aggravate your neck.

 

[eidairman1]

Staying flexible and pain free as you get older can be a beast unless you have the right "workout tools and gear". I'm glad you found a bike that works for you and doesn't aggravate your neck.

Well I gotta start with a crawl before I can run again (low impact vs high impact)

 

[Tiffany]

Well I gotta start with a crawl before I can run again (low impact vs high impact)

Totally get that. No matter whether you are a life long athlete or getting back in the groove from an illness or just life, there's always a starting point. I've crawled back to physical fitness numerous times in my life time....but I always get it back, and sometimes I have to accept new normal's. That's okay. If Jack LaLanne can do it, I can too!

 

[Retro]

Well I gotta start with a crawl before I can run again (low impact vs high impact)

Keep at it matey.

 

[live627]

Erasing that spare tire by doing activities is much more difficult when bound to a wheelchair.

 

[Retro]

Well nigh on impossible, I'd say.

 

[Tiffany]

Very difficult, indeed.

 

[Retro]

I've now updated my first post with that BBC Horizon documentary, "Why Are Thin People Not Fat". Hmmm... good question.

 

[Hitcore]

The real reason why I am fat is because of genetics.



See that building? That's where I get my genetics from.



And from this too. Just being honest here.

Lately I've been eating better, though. Also taking more walks. Genetics can gargle my Dutch nuts.

 

[AllThingsTech]

Imo genetics and hormones may mix, influencing one another in rather complex ways. Why do antidepressants trigger weight gain in some but not in others? For some this is due to appetite, for others the appetite remains unwaveringly steadfast, yet weight changes occur.

 

[Retro]

@Hitcore your McDonald's example actually make the very point of that article, since the naturally thin can stuff themelves with all this delicious garbage and never put on weight. And that's all down to genetics.

I hope there's a genetics based treatment for weight gain one day so that the fat can say goodbye to their weight problems forever.

Imo genetics and hormones may mix, influencing one another in rather complex ways. Why do antidepressants trigger weight gain in some but not in others? For some this is due to appetite, for others the appetite remains unwaveringly steadfast, yet weight changes occur.

That's a good example of the complex nature of this problem.

 

[Hitcore]

Imo genetics and hormones may mix, influencing one another in rather complex ways. Why do antidepressants trigger weight gain in some but not in others? For some this is due to appetite, for others the appetite remains unwaveringly steadfast, yet weight changes occur.

First of all I'd like to say that this is a high IQ post. Very nuanced.

since the naturally thin can stuff themelves with all this delicious garbage and never put on weight.

That may seem unfair, but even if they don't put on weight, living on supersized McMeals is never healthy as that kind of superprocessed food does a myriad of other bad things to the body.

Also, if you know that you have the tendency of gaining weight by merely looking at a platter of hearty snacks and cake, especially then it is not a good idea to indulge yourself in that sort of thing.

I'd like to use myself as an example. Up until I was 30 I could eat whatever I want and I more or less stayed the same weight. I looked very slim. After 30 however excess calories stick to me like it didn't before. Not changing my diet is 100% on me, my own responsibility.

 

[Retro]

That may seem unfair, but even if they don't put on weight, living on supersized McMeals is never healthy as that kind of superprocessed food does a myriad of other bad things to the body.

Oh yeah, it's unfair alright! Agree totally about the other bad things it does to the body though, especially sugar. Due to its nature, there's not a singe person who's immune to its effects, which are all negative, yet as a species, we crave it madly. It's nuts and scientists don't know why we're programmed like this.

Also, if you know that you have the tendency of gaining weight by merely looking at a platter of hearty snacks and cake, especially then it is not a good idea to indulge yourself in that sort of thing.

I've always thought it a bit mad how calories can actually transfer by temptation alone. It no fair for sure.

I'd like to use myself as an example. Up until I was 30 I could eat whatever I want and I more or less stayed the same weight. I looked very slim. After 30 however excess calories stick to me like it didn't before. Not changing my diet is 100% on me, my own responsibility.

Indeed, one can't deny responsibility for their own actions. Even if someone is struggling with it, there's always the basics that one can do and one can seek help one way or another too. Nowadays we have weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro to help greatly in the Fight Against Flab, so looking at those is worth it.

 

[Hitcore]

FAF proposal to cut out the middle man: lace sweet drinks and fastfood with Ozempic!
(they're full of chemicals anyway)