However, our genes also play an important role.”University of Virginia scientists recently discovered 14 genes that can cause weight gain and three that can prevent it. They believe that these findings will one day lead to treatments that can target the genes and prevent obesity. But having the obesity genes doesn’t mean you are doomed. If you work at a desk, set a reminder to get up every 30 minutes. Medical costs for people with obesity in the US are about 30 percent to 40 percent higher than those for people without obesity.

Source: Forbes December 07, 2023 23:08 UTC