Gaining Even a Few Pounds A Year Could Put Your Heart Health at Risk

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By Molly Grady

How much fat you have on your body could determine your risk of heart disease.

A high body mass index or BMI has long been associated with heart disease, but until now, doctors didn't know exactly how much.

Researchers have found that gaining just a few pounds a year could increase your BMI and double your risk of heart disease.
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