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... > social science subjects > health and social care > health and society > cancer and society > known or suspected carcinogens > obesity > biological or genetic contributors to obesity > twin studies and genetics of obesity
... > social science subjects > sociology > family studies > motherhood encyc > issues in motherhood > child poverty > nutrition > human nutrition > overnutrition > obesity > biological or genetic contributors to obesity > twin studies and genetics of obesity
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twin studies and genetics of obesity  

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  • Much research effort and expense is expended trying to find the causes of obesity, both genetic and environmental. Researchers have used one of nature's own experiments, the phenomenon of twin births, to derive valuable evidence that has informed our understanding of the causes of obesity. [Source: Encyclopedia of Obesity; Twin Studies and Genetics of Obesity]

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