A simple, easy blood test could help win 'battle of the bulge' as researchers have found what makes us gorge on junk food.
The major discovery could lead to quick and effective ways of curbing Britain's spiralling obesity problem, the Daily Express reported.
Obesity
Obesity is a condition where there is excess accumulation of body fat which poses a risk to the health of the individual. It can affect children and adults.
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It was made by researchers at the University of Copenhagen who discovered a number of genetic links to over-eating.
Once people become aware of these traits they could make lifestyle changes to help prevent themselves gain weight, the researchers said.
Professor Haja Kadarmideen, who led the research using 1,200 pigs, said they have confirmed that genetics play a huge role in both how much we eat and who is more likely to pile on the pounds.
For some pigs with certain genes, overeating was normal behaviour.
Source: ANI
Professor Haja Kadarmideen, who led the research using 1,200 pigs, said they have confirmed that genetics play a huge role in both how much we eat and who is more likely to pile on the pounds.
For some pigs with certain genes, overeating was normal behaviour.
Source: ANI
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Fast foods contain as much as 500 calories per serve which is even higher than the calories that a lunch or dinner should provide. Majority of Indians have a flawed perception of healthy food options.
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Quiz on Obesity
"We are indeed much more than what we eat, but what we eat can nevertheless help us to be much more than what we are". - Adelle Davis There are thousands out there battling 'the bulge'. With childhood obesity on the rise even children are not spared. If your weight issues are threatening to weigh you down learn more about obesity by taking part in this quiz.
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