Several genetic variations may affect belly fat accumulation. Genetics is merely one of several factors that affect body fat distribution. Lifestyle, diet, and environment also matter.
The FTO gene is linked to obesity and BMI and has been widely explored. Certain FTO gene variations increase abdominal fat.
Variants of this gene are linked to obesity and may affect belly fat distribution.
PPARG regulates adipocyte development and function. Variants may cause belly fat and insulin resistance.
The hormone adiponectin regulates glucose and fatty acid breakdown. Variants in the ADIPOQ gene may affect adiponectin levels and abdominal fat formation.
Variants of this gene are linked to abdominal obesity and may affect diet-weight relationships.
Variants in the LPL gene affect fat distribution, especially abdominal fat.
Genetics and obesity study may uncover more genetic variants and illuminate the intricate link between genetics and body fat distribution.