Kids, Obesity, and the Cookie Gene
In a study of 131 children, British researchers think they might have isolated a gene that affects obesity. Okay, so it’s not called the “cookie” gene. But the FTO gene may play a role in whether someone is satiated, or knows she is full. Lead author Jane Wardle says the results show:
Some children don’t know when to stop, which could lead to the onset of obesity and a lifetime of health problems.
