Obesity breakthrough: Study sheds light on genetic factors driving excess weight
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A new study published in the journal Nature Genetics reveals that researchers have identified rare gene variants that increase the risk of obesity in adults. The study, conducted by scientists from the Medical Research Council at the University of Cambridge, analyzed data from over 500,000 people and found variants in two genes called BSN and APBA1 that are associated with an increased risk of obesity. The variants in the BSN gene, also known as Bassoon, were found to be linked to an increased risk of diabetes and fatty liver disease. The researchers believe that these gene variants may lead to the degeneration of neurons in the brain, affecting the circuits that control food intake and ultimately leading to obesity. The study's findings could potentially help in the development of new drugs or the customization of existing ones for targeted treatment of obesity.
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