Research
Molecular
Sequence variation in at least six genes is linked to increased body fatness and/or susceptibility to obesity in humans.
Genetic testing may help identify individuals at higher risk for obesity.
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In studies of humans, sequence variation in at least six genes has been linked to increased body fatness and/or susceptibility to obesity.
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The claim is based on human studies linking genetic variations to obesity.
Source
The New Obesity Genes
Susan B. Roberts et al. · Nutrition Reviews · 2009
DOI 10.1111/j.1753-4887.1996.tb03855.x
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