Association between the <i>FTO</i> SNP rs9939609 and Metabolic Syndrome in Chilean Children

Background: The increasing prevalence of obesity in children has raised the incidence of Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) in this age group. Given the short- and long-term health impact of MetS, it is essential to prevent its onset by detecting its main triggers. Besides, genetic factors play an essential...

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Main Authors: Rafael Molina-Luque, Natalia Ulloa, Manuel Romero-Saldaña, Martin Zilic, Andrea Gleisner, Fabián Lanuza, Guillermo Molina-Recio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-06-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/6/2014