Tag: Genetic Factors

London: Besides genetic factors, mother’s weight can directly influence a child’s body mass index (BMI) in adolescence, finds a new study. The study found that adolescents whose mothers do not stay physically active are likely to become overweight. On the other hand, their low weight can also affect them. “Parents have a major impact on […]

New York: Are you a tea or coffee person? The answer may lie in your genetic predisposition towards bitter tastes, say researchers. It could be because bitterness acts as a natural warning system to protect us from harmful substances. The study, led by researchers from US-based Northwestern University, and QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute in […]

London: Certain genetic factors may impact our body in intriguingly paradoxical ways. A team of scientists has identified 14 new genetic variations that were linked with higher Body Mass Index (BMI) but have the potential to lower risk of diabetes, lower blood pressure and lower heart disease risk. According to researchers, it is because the […]