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Obesity can be generic because obesity isn't always to do with eating to much and not burning of enough calories.
A portion of obesity can be genetically mediated.
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Is obesity hereditary?
There are genes that can contribute to obesity, but obesity in itself is not purely genetic.
What diabetes caused by?
A genetic predisposition, or obesity.
Why can't scientists be sure whether obesity is caused by a gene?
Because obesity is caused by both genetic and environmental
What percent of obesity is due to genetic factors?
25
Is obesity a genetic problem?
There are many reasons behind obesity and genes are one of them. According to research, the percentage of obesity that can be attributed to genetics varies, depending on the population examined, from 6% to 85%. Thus, it can be concluded that it is a genetic problem in quite a few cases.
Is diabetes type 1 only genetic or can you get it other ways?
it can be genetic but you can get it from eating different types of food which arent balanced, and could be from obesity.
Is obesity a mutation?
No, not entirely. There are genetic factors that influences metabolism, but unless you overeat you can't get fat.
Is obesity mutation?
No, not entirely. There are genetic factors that influences metabolism, but unless you overeat you can't get fat.
How can obesity be genetic?
Obesity can be generic because obesity isn't always to do with eating to much and not burning of enough calories. A portion of obesity can be genetically mediated.
Can obesity in mothers lead to autism in children?
No, obesity in mothers cannot lead to autism in children. Although we don't know the exact causes of autism it is largely due to genetic factors and genetic mutation, there is some evidence to link certain environmental factors such as use of certain antidepressants with autism but it's not conclusive. There is nothing to suggest obesity in the mother would lead to autism in her child.
Is a gastric reduction always necessary?
It depends on whether or not your obesity is genetic. Look at your family history to determine if obesity is becoming enough of a problem to require a gastric bypass. There are other options too, like the HCG diet.
Is obesity caused by genetic factors or environmental factors?
Both if you are an inactive person your body will reflect it, when you have kids they usually have that now in their genes.
