Researchers have discovered a gene sequence, linking weight gain with the tendency to develop type 2 diabetes. The finding reveals a genetic connection between obesity and its associated health problems that may help identify those at greater risk and lead to more effective treatment. The study, conducted jointly by scientists in France, the UK and the US, also shows that the sequence is prevalent in half of the UK population, and significantly more common in people with Asian Indian ancestry. The sequence may even account for the alarming growth rate of cardiovascular diseases, particularly among Asian Indians.
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The research was funded by the British Heart Foundation.
Tags: British Heart Foundation, diabetes, Gene, obesity
