TAS2R38 bitterness receptor genetic variation is associated with diet quality in Koreans.

Abstract excerpt

Genetic variation in the bitter taste receptor gene taste receptor type 2, member 38 (TAS2R38) is associated with an individual's bitter taste sensitivity, food preference and consumption, which may also influence overall diet quality. This study aims to determine whether the TAS2R38 bitter taste...

Topics

• Adult
• Female
• Humans
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Diet
• Diet, Healthy
• East Asian People
• Food Preferences
• Genetic Variation
• Obesity
• Polymorphism, Single Nucleotide
• Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled
• Republic of Korea
• Taste
• Taste Receptors, Type 2