Article
Association of the bitter taste receptor gene TAS2R38 (polymorphism RS713598) with sensory responsiveness, food preferences, biochemical parameters and body-composition markers. A cross-sectional study in Italy.
International journal of food sciences and nutrition - 1 Mar 2018
Perna Simone, Riva Antonella, Nicosanti Giada, Carrai Maura, Barale Roberto, Vigo Beatrice, Allegrini Pietro, Rondanelli Mariangela
Abstract excerpt
This study examined the relationship between TAS2R38 gene polymorphism (RS713598), G/G, C/G or C/C genotype, and sensory responsiveness, food preferences, biochemical parameters and body composition in a cross-sectional study in 118 adults (24 men and 94 women). The frequencies of C/C, G/G and C/...
Topics
- Absorptiometry, Photon
- Adiposity
- Adult
- Amino Acid Substitution
- Biomarkers
- Body Mass Index
- Cohort Studies
- Cross-Sectional Studies
- Female
- Food Preferences
- Genetic Association Studies