[El Gato]

The finding, if valid, directly contradicts the widely accepted theory that links obesity with lifestyle factors such as diet and lack of exercise.

Not logically it doesn't. Perhaps the virus "causes" or contributes to the lifestyle factors? Wouldn't that be great if it was true. However like most things that are "too good to be true", it probably isn't. Unless this virus is like the most of the others, and there is really nothing you can do about it once you get it, other than support your immune system in dealing with it.

[jerseygirl]

I'm keeping an open mind. Thankfully don't have a weight problem, but a close friend of mine eats approximately 500 calories a day and remains significantly obese.