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Why its important to know waist circumference

Is Your Waistline Putting Your Heart at Risk? (Infographic)
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​Your body shape can be a key indicator for high risk for poor heart health. Did you know that people who have an "apple" shape, associated with excess fat around the waist, is riskier than having a "pear" shape, where fat gathers more around the hips. 

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