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In this short monologue, the speaker explains what an "obesogenic environment" is—a setting that encourages excessive calorie intake, not necessarily because the food is fatty but because the social habits promote high‑calorie consumption of both food and drink. He illustrates the concept with vivid examples from a typical Brazilian grandmother’s house: pasta, fried chicken, desserts, mayonnaise‑laden dishes, bacon‑filled farofa, and heavy drinking. While acknowledging the cultural importance of such gatherings, he advises listeners to stay alert to these cues, suggesting a mindful approach rather than complete avoidance of family events.
