Male Obesity: Epigenetic Origin and Effects in Sperm and Offspring

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Abstract Purpose of Review The prevalence of obesity has increased substantially in the current generations of Western countries, and the burden of obesity-related complications has been growing steadily. In men, obesity is not only a major risk factor for serious chronic diseases, concern is growing that the reproductive capacity, and more particularly, their offspring’s health may be affected. Obesity-related...

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