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Negative Health Effects of Overeating at Thanksgiving

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It can impact your metabolism

Overeating is believed to play a role in changing the body’s metabolism. The body can interpret the influx of excess nutrients as a threat and can cause the metabolic process to slow or shut down. The metabolism needs to be working efficiently in order to burn off excess calories in a short period of time. A slowed or compromised metabolism means food will get converted to fat at a higher rate and lead to weight gain.