- Researchers know that genetics play a role in obesity.
- Scientists from the University of Exeter Medical School have found that people missing a specific blood group due to a genetic variant may be genetically predisposed to having obesity or overweight.
- Researchers believe these people missing the SMIM1 gene may be treated using an already available drug for thyroid dysfunction.
While certain lifestyle factors play a role in obesity, researchers have realized that
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