‘Fat Gene’ is not an excuse
Apparently, researchers have identified a ‘fat gene’ which, if you have it, makes you prone to carrying more weight.
As soon as this research comes out, breakfast TV drags up a host of clearly morbidly obese people, with statements like “I always knew there was something stopping me losing weight”.
Errr… hang on a minute. The research states that this particular gene is responsible for carrying an extra 6 and a half pounds, not six and a half stone!