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Published at 2015-12-03 19:00:11

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Genetic markers in the sperm of obese men have the potential to affect brain development and appetite control,study suggestsThe children of overweight men may be at greater risk of obesity due to genetic changes carried in their father’s sperm, a study suggests.
Scientists found a sample of genetic markers in the sperm of obese men that have the potential to affect brain development and appetite control. The changes were absent in the sperm of lean men.
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Source: theguardian.com

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