Genetics of obesity

Obesity means having excess body fat. More than being overweight. The number one cause is eating too much. Not being active is number two. Genetics may also play a part. Obesity puts you at risk for health problems. Like heart disease. Diabetes. And high blood pressure. The good news is Read more…

The genetics of the adverse effects of risperidone

Risperidone is a drug that treats behavior issues. These may include anger, a bad temper, being anxious or self-harm behavior. It is often given to 10-17 year olds with schizophrenia, mania or bipolar disease. The drug also helps with the symptoms of Asperger’s syndrome and autism. Changes in genes can Read more…

Clues to extreme obesity in your ancestors’ DNA?

Obesity means having too much body fat. People who are very obese are more likely to have serious health problems. These include diabetes, heart disease, and dying early. Many things can cause obesity. Eating too much and not getting enough exercise are important causes. But our genes can also play Read more…

Resistance to weight gain may be in genes

Why do some people stay thin, no matter what or how much they eat? The answer may be in their genes. Studies have found genes that make people more likely to become overweight or obese. But genes may also keep people from gaining too much weight. Either being too heavy Read more…

Genes and obesity in sleep apnea

Sleep apnea is when a person stops breathing while they are sleeping. These pauses in breathing can disturb sleep. Many people with sleep apnea also snore. These things can cause a person to be very sleepy during the day. People with sleep apnea often have high blood pressure, heart disease, Read more…