Gene Discovered That Could be an Important Cause of Obesity
Gene Discovered That Could be an Important Cause of Obesity
"A gene that could be an important cause of obesity has been discovered. Discovery of this direct link between a protein and fat production points the way to a possible drug therapy. Scientists theorize that by suppressing the gene or blocking the protein, they could prevent fat accumulation in people who are overweight, or are on their way to becoming so."
While this may not be the only (genetic) cause for obesity, it certainly shows a strong correlation even if only as a contributing factor instead of as the entire cause. Another study conducted earlier this year also linked obesity to genetics, but that study didn't identify this specific gene that seems to have a direct impact on the fat reduction of an individual. This could be the next diet craze, with the difference being that it works in a more permanent capacity.
This is definitely a good read! In society it is assumed that someone is fat because they are lazy and chose to be overweight. While there are people like that in this world there are also others that could possibly have a gene, that no it doesn't make them fat, but increases there chances of gaining weight easily even though they aren eating as much. Very important to educate others that everyones body is different.
ReplyDeleteThere seems to be a genetic link to obesity but there are so many other factors to obesity, many of them are social. But I agree that people need to keep an open mind an educate themselves before knowing the entire story.
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