Published 8 months ago

Mutated gene 'found in 4% of people' could help scientists tackle obesity

Scientists have discovered a gene variant, ZFHX3, that regulates body weight and appetite, which could help combat obesity.
The mutated ZFHX3 gene affects the hypothalamus in the brain, controlling appetite and weight. Understanding this mechanism could lead to targeted weight loss therapies.
Mice with the ZFHX3 mutation had lower food intake, shorter body length, and lower levels of insulin and leptin, suggesting healthier blood sugar regulation and reduced risk of diabetes and heart disease.

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The Independent

Mutated gene thought to exist in just 4% of people could ‘help tackle obesity’

Understanding how the ZFHX3 gene variant works could pave the way for new targeted weight loss therapies, scientists said.

8 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Shropshire Star

Mutated gene thought to exist in just 4% of people could ‘help tackle obesity’

Understanding how the ZFHX3 gene variant works could pave the way for new targeted weight loss therapies, scientists said.

8 months ago·Ketley, United Kingdom

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Evening Standard

Mutated gene thought to exist in just 4% of people could ‘help tackle obesity’

Understanding how the ZFHX3 gene variant works could pave the way for new targeted weight loss therapies, scientists said.

8 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Wales Online

Gene breakthrough gives scientists 'new understanding' that could help weight loss

The team involved in the research said the discovery could pave the way for new targeted weight loss therapies

8 months ago

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RIA Novosti [🇷🇺-affiliated]

A rare gene mutation can help treat obesity, scientists have found

British scientists have found that a gene mutation that occurs in only 4% of people and regulates body weight can help fight obesity, reports in... RIA Novosti, 27.11.2023

8 months ago·Russian Federation

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