Obesity: Gene-environment Interaction
CDC information: Genomics and health- Behavior, environment, and genetic factors all have a role in causing people to be overweight and obese
Low copy number of the salivary amylase gene predisposes to obesity.
Mario Falchi, et al. Nature Genetics, March 30, 2014
Mario Falchi, et al. Nature Genetics, March 30, 2014
Genetic study supports link between carbohydrate digestion and obesity,
by Francesca Davenport, Imperial College 31 March 2014
Genes are not destiny: Obesity-promoting genes in an obesity-promoting world,
Harvard School of Public Health
Genomics of obesity:
Policy on the prevention and management of obesity focuses on environmental causes. As understanding of the genetic basis for obesity improves, is it time for a rethink? PHG Foundation (2013)
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