Author Interviews, Diabetes, Social Issues, Weight Research / 16.09.2016
Socio-Economic Factors Influence Genetic Tendency Toward Obesity
MedicalResearch.com Interview with:
Professor Timothy Frayling PhD
Professor of Human Genetics
University of Exeter Medical School
Exeter, UK
MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? What are the main findings?
Response: We know that genes and environmental factors influence our Body mass index. We know less about if and how they interact.
We wanted to answer the question of whether or not aspects of the environment and our lifestyles accentuate any genetic predisposition to obesity. The question is important as it may highlight aspects of the environment that cause some people to be particularly susceptible to gaining weight. Previous, separate, studies have suggested that specific aspects of the environment are to blame. These included sugary drinks, fried food and TV watching.
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