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Polygenic Childhood Obesity: Integrating Genetics and Environment for Early Intervention.
Hormone research in paediatrics - 1 Jan 2026
van Uhm Jorrit, van Rossum Elisabeth F C, van Haelst Mieke M, Jansen Philip R, van den Akker Erica L T
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<p>Background: Childhood obesity is a global health challenge driven by a complex interplay of genetic predispositions and environmental exposures. Genome-wide association studies have identified many obesity-associated loci, and polygenic risk scores (PRS) enable quantification of genetic susceptibility. Concurrently, lifestyle factors - including diet, physical activity, sleep, stress, and socioeconomic status...
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