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Polygenic score
Influential genes: FTO,MC4R
The FTO gene has an established association with obesity. In particular, certain alterations in this gene have been observed to affect fluctuations in body mass index (BMI) and predisposition to obesity.
Mutations in the MC4R gene are the most common monogenic cause of severe obesity. The MC4R receptor plays a role in regulating appetite and energy balance.
The body composition report aims to quantify the genetic factors that contribute to the variability in how our bodies are shaped, including the distribution of fat and non-fat components of your weight.
In addition to tracking your body weight, it's important to know your body composition, which can tell us a lot more about your overall health. 30 to 50% of our total weight is usually skeletal muscle, while fat can make up anywhere from 10% to over 50%.
While differences in genetics can affect our body composition, the effect of training and determination combined with proper nutrition, is still likely much higher than the known effect of genetics.
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Continue to ShopWhile differences in genetics can affect our body composition, the effect of training and determination combined with proper nutrition, is still likely much higher than the known effect of genetics.
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