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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-06-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/6/2014 |