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Teens, Genes, and Food Choices: What Contributes to Adolescent Obesity?

Dr. Paule Joseph describes how adolescent obesity has become so prevalent and what nutrition interventions can do to help prevent obesity and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in adolescents.

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About the Expert

Paule V. Joseph

Paule V. Joseph

PhD, MS, FNP-BC, RN, CTN-B

Dr. Joseph is chief of the Sensory Science and Metabolism Unit at the National Institute of Nursing Research. As a nurse, family nurse practitioner, and researcher, Dr. Joseph has worked extensively with individuals with diabetes and obesity.