Friday, March 23, 2012

Genes predict a weakness for fatty foods

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Researchers uncover genes that may explain why some of us gorge on fat more than others.

Knowing a person’s genetic predilection for fatty food could help doctors tailor obesity treatment and counseling. Food producers could offer different levels of fat content and creaminess in food in order to best satisfy people of different genotypes.
Read more here: http://www.smartplanet.com/blog/rethinking-healthcare/genes-predict-a-weaknes...