Researchers have found a ‘clear genetic trigger for obesity’ that ...
Jun 21, 2024 — A new genetic risk score called "hungry gut" may help determine who will successfully lose weight on new injected medications
New genetic cause of obesity could help guide treatment
Jun 20, 2024 — Scientists have discovered a new cause of why people who lack a specific blood group are genetically predisposed to be overweight or obese.
Researchers have found a ‘clear genetic trigger for obesity
Experts have long known there is a genetic component to obesity, and a new study identified one particular gene that may be behind it.
Massive DNA study finds rare gene variants that protect against obesity
Studies that focused on people with extreme obesity have identified common gene variants—like a "broken" copy of the MC4R gene, linked to appetite regulation—that make people more likely to be overweight.
Large-scale genetic study identifies genes that increase risk of ...
Feb 22, 2021 — A new analysis of genetic data sets has revealed regions of the genome that are linked to both elevated levels of body fat and protection from some of the negative health impacts of obesity.
Scientists Identify Rare Gene Variants That Can Increase Your Risk …
Apr 9, 2024 — A study led by MRC researchers found genetic variants in the BSN and APBA1 genes significantly impact obesity risk, with these effects notably manifesting in adulthood. Utilizing data from over 500,000 individuals, this research suggests a novel biological mechanism for obesity linked to brain signaling and proposes potential new targets for ...
Is Your DNA Making You Gain Weight? New Genetics
Jun 20, 2024 — Researchers have discovered a new cause of why people who lack a specific blood group are genetically predisposed to be overweight or obese. A genetic study led by the University of Exeter identified a link between the SMIM1 gene variant and obesity.
Weight gain: Genetic trigger for obesity discovered | CTV News
Jun 24, 2024 — Researchers were able to locate a specific gene variant correlated with some people's weight gain, a new study showed. (sanjeri/E+/Getty Images via CNN Newsource) Obesity isn’t just a matter of...
Researchers May Have Discovered A New Way The Brain Impacts Obesity
Apr 4, 2024 — Two genetic variants are linked to an increased risk of obesity in adults, according to a new study that researchers believe may have revealed a new way the brain plays a role in obesity.
Protein-truncating variants in BSN are associated with severe adult ...
Apr 4, 2024 — To identify new genetic determinants, we performed exome-sequence analyses for adult body mass index (BMI) in up to 587,027 individuals. We identified rare loss-of-function variants in two...