Shared Genetic Influences Between Loss-of-Control Eating and Body Mass Index in Adolescent Twins.

Camden E Matherne Baiyu QiSoo Hyun RheeMichael C StallingsRobin P CorleyJohn K HewittMelissa A Munn-Chernoff

Published in: The International journal of eating disorders (2024)

Findings indicate moderate heritability of LOC eating in adolescence, while emphasizing the role of unique environmental factors. In boys, LOC eating and BMIz share a proportion of their genetic influences.

Keyphrases

physical activity
body mass index
weight loss
genome wide
young adults
mental health
depressive symptoms
copy number
dna methylation
gestational age
preterm birth