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Hunger and mood during extended fasting are dependent on the GNB3 C825T polymorphism.
Annals of nutrition & metabolism - 1 Jan 2009
Michalsen Andreas, Frey Ulrich H, Merse Stefanie, Siffert Winfried, Dobos Gustav J
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND/AIMS: The 825T allele of the G protein beta3-subunit gene (GNB3) is a thrifty genotype associated with an increased risk for obesity. We aimed to determine whether the 825T allele is modifying the subjective response to extended fasting. METHODS: We genotyped 108 subjects who underwent an 8-day modified medical fasting treatment [total energy intake <350 kcal (1465 kJ)/day] for the GNB3 C825T...
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