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Childhood obesity is considered a serious global public health issue. An increasing number of children are affected by obesity each year. Genetics are known to significantly contribute to the development of childhood obesity. Many obesity susceptibility genes have been identified and evaluated in terms of their relationship to nutrient intake and dietary behavior. Several of these obesity susceptibility genes, including FTO, MC4R, and BDNF, have been shown to increase intake of calorie-dense food and promote excessive weight gain. Evaluating the gene-diet interactions is a key element in understanding the mechanisms of childhood obesity. Increased understanding of the impact that genes have on dietary behavior will aid in the development of personalized approaches in the prevention and treatment of childhood obesity.
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Burch, E. (2022). Nutrigenomics and Development: Childhood Obesity Susceptibility Genes and their Impact on Dietary Behavior and Nutrient Intake. In: Salama, M. (eds) Nutrigenomics and the Brain. Nutritional Neurosciences. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9205-5_10
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