Article
Interactions between genetic variants associated with adiposity traits and soft drinks in relation to longitudinal changes in body weight and waist circumference.
The American journal of clinical nutrition - 1 Sept 2016
Olsen Nanna J, Ängquist Lars, Larsen Sofus C, Linneberg Allan, Skaaby Tea, Husemoen Lise Lotte N, Toft Ulla, Tjønneland Anne, Halkjær Jytte, Hansen Torben, Pedersen Oluf, Overvad Kim, Ahluwalia Tarunveer S, Sørensen Thorkild Ia, Heitmann Berit L
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Intake of sugar-sweetened beverages is associated with obesity, and this association may be modified by a genetic predisposition to obesity. OBJECTIVE: We examined the interactions between a molecular genetic predisposition to various aspects of obesity and the consumption of soft drinks, which are a major part of sugar-sweetened beverages, in relation to changes in adiposity measures. DESIGN: A total...
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