Common mutations linked to common obesity in Europeans

Monday, July 7, 2008 - 12:49 in Health & Medicine

Scientists have discovered two common genetic mutations in people of European ancestry, which affect the production of several hormones controlling our appetite. The mutations have a significant effect on the risk of common obesity, according to research published today in Nature Genetics.

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