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Inherited DNA differences are responsible for 70% of weight variation
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A study finds that about 70% of differences in weight among individuals are due to inherited DNA differences, with the remaining 30% due to environmental factors like diet and exercise.
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Environmental factors such as exercise and diet influence differences in height and weight, but about 90% of the differences in height and 70% in weight can be attributed to inherited DNA differences among individuals in a population.
11:29 - 15:26 (03:57)
DNA differences
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Environmental factors such as exercise and diet influence differences in height and weight, but about 90% of the differences in height and 70% in weight can be attributed to inherited DNA differences among individuals in a population.
ChapterInherited DNA differences are responsible for 70% of weight variation
Episode#353 - Robert Plomin - How Do Genes Influence Our Behaviour?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast explores the genetic basis of weight and weight loss and how it affects individuals' body mass index (BMI) and body fat percentage.
15:26 - 17:36 (02:10)
Genetics
Summary
The podcast explores the genetic basis of weight and weight loss and how it affects individuals' body mass index (BMI) and body fat percentage.