Obesity is a multifactorial disease with both genetic and environmental components. The
prevailing view is that obesity results from an imbalance between energy intake and …

The incidence of obesity has reached an all-time high, and this increase is observed
worldwide. There is a growing need to understand all the factors that contribute to obesity to …

The prevalence of obesity and associated diseases has reached pandemic levels. Obesity is
often associated with overnutrition and a sedentary lifestyle, but clearly other factors also …

Adult and childhood obesity have reached pandemic level proportions. The idea that caloric
excess and insufficient levels of physical activity leads to obesity is a commonly accepted …

Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are considered as potential obesogens that may affect
adipose tissue development and functioning, thus promoting obesity. However, various …

Abstract Background: Serum DDTs during or just after pregnancy were associated with
breast cancer in mothers (F0), and with breast cancer, mammographic density, and obesity …

Obesity and metabolic disorders have become a worldwide pandemic affecting millions of
people. Although obesity is a multifaceted disease, there is growing evidence supporting the …

The epigenome and epigenetic inheritance were not included in the original modern
synthesis theory or more recent extended evolutionary synthesis of evolution. In a broad …

Background The concept of the inheritance of acquired traits, a foundational principle of
Lamarck's evolutionary theory, has garnered renewed attention in recent years. Evidence for …

Many chemicals and toxicants are released into our ecosystem and environment every day,
which can cause harmful effects on human populations. Agricultural compounds are used in …