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Variability in the heritability of body mass index: a systematic review and meta-regression.
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The discussions reveal varied perspectives on the implications of the research findings, with some contributors citing specific studies that report heritability percentages, such as 'twin studies suggest that BMI is 75% genetic.' Others express skepticism towards what they view as flawed interpretations of obesity factors, evident in posts questioning existing food policies on obesity. The tone ranges from supportive to critical, reflecting a blend of interest and discourse about the complexities of genetic vs. environmental influences on body mass index.
Many posts are supportive of the research findings, indicating a consensus on the role of genetics in BMI.
There is a high level of curiosity as evidenced by discussions referencing various studies and findings related to BMI heritability.
The depth of engagement is moderate, with some posts critically discussing the implications and methodologies of the studies.
Participants perceive the research as having a significant impact on understanding obesity and its genetic components.
Abstract in brief
- A systematic review found that estimates of heritability for body mass index (BMI) varied widely, with values ranging from 0.47 to 0.90 for twin studies and from 0.24 to 0.81 for family studies.
- Factors influencing this variability include the age of participants, with children showing higher heritability than adults, and differences in study design, such as the method of measuring BMI and zygosity.
- Overall, nearly half of the differences in BMI heritability estimates can be attributed to these study design factors, suggesting both genetic influences and methodological considerations play a role.
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Most liked on X and BlueskyMeta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
Btw, this fake thumbnail is "for" this video: https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak Also, we're not actually going to change the thumbnail to this, STOP WORRYING https://t.co/IiPMO7tI6O
This is a super interesting look at the biomechanics of your butt, from @thephysicsgirl and @blogilates. Like, what activates your butt muscles more: running, lunging or squatting? How much can you actually change the shape of your body?
@MiriamBerchuk @MichelleCardel @EmilyDhurandhar @sguyenet The two best reviews on this topic: [1] Variability in the Heritability of Body Mass Index: A Systematic Review and Meta-Regression https://t.co/gRT3xvXlrD [2] The genetics of obesity: from discovery to biology https://t.co/HD8gHEroeu
Measurement reliability matters! In meta-analysis of BMI studies, studies using self-report height estimated ~5% lower heritability, and those with survey estimated zygosity estimated ~4% lower (because they classify some twins incorrectly). Combined ~9%! https://t.co/4Pacv2E9rb https://t.co/Gr8473Ic7v
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@unboxpolitics @BronskiJoseph @AlexTISYoung @davidbessis In the text it's ref 7 and 13, with ref 7 reporting 0.75 as the average: https://t.co/ZDh1i6IEwQ
New Study Calls Out Food Policy on Obesity (they have it all wrong) https://t.co/YPg4wXaVHa
@Emilio13766887 @olebirkolesen Okay, vi lukker den her. Det er simpelthen for dumt. Lige som @olebirkolesen opslag. Lad socialisterne om ikke at anerkende videnskab med anekdotisk bevisførelse. God aften! (Her er lige et sidste link: https://t.co/GucqDR1cF5)
@cremieuxrecueil For BMI, it's on the very low end of the range for twin studies. A meta-analysis of 88 twin studies reports 5th/50th/95th centiles of 0.58/0.75/0.87. https://t.co/mUSdmOiHEM
@flowtiina @e_huvinen Tässä vielä tutkimusviite: https://t.co/0HzAIxgRka
The Real Cause of Obesity is NOT Genetics, it’s Too Much of THIS https://t.co/yuDErWjmpG
@kitchenconserv If you'd like to review the evidence on twin studies and the heritability of BMI, I recommend this meta-analysis. On average, twin studies suggest that BMI is 75% genetic. https://t.co/mUSdmOiHEM
@gloomyglasses @AlkoholikVlecbe @ilblog Toto je meta analýza dat od více než 140000 dvojčat. Její závěr je, že obezita je ovlivněna geny zhruba z 50%. https://t.co/Z8tnMI3KMd. Některé studie udávají až zmíněných 70%.
RT @MichaelAlbertMD: @MiriamBerchuk @MichelleCardel @EmilyDhurandhar @sguyenet The two best reviews on this topic: [1] Variability in the H…
@MiriamBerchuk @MichelleCardel @EmilyDhurandhar @sguyenet The two best reviews on this topic: [1] Variability in the Heritability of Body Mass Index: A Systematic Review and Meta-Regression https://t.co/gRT3xvXlrD [2] The genetics of obesity: from discovery to biology https://t.co/HD8gHEroeu
RT @sguyenet: @JimJohnsonSci @JohnSpeakman4 @raphaels7 Meta-analysis of twin and family studies yields heritability estimates of 75% and 46…
@JimJohnsonSci @JohnSpeakman4 @raphaels7 Meta-analysis of twin and family studies yields heritability estimates of 75% and 46%, respectively. https://t.co/mUSdmO0yqE SNP-heritability, which can be viewed as a lower bound & likely substantial underestimate, is 27%. https://t.co/K4yUPm9MPu
Heritability of BMI. https://t.co/inscXpB9cW
@TheOmniLiberal https://t.co/HxsDYJzneD
@serinide physics girl did an episode on this. https://t.co/XF2omaN8Oy
Now this is some real physics! How have I missed this video?? https://t.co/SSN4Zi7Ohj
https://t.co/s2PRaTURu2 https://t.co/ilicyrGztm
RT @thephysicsgirl: Btw, this fake thumbnail is "for" this video: https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak Also, we're not actually going to change the thu…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Btw, this fake thumbnail is "for" this video: https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak Also, we're not actually going to change the thu…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Btw, this fake thumbnail is "for" this video: https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak Also, we're not actually going to change the thu…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Btw, this fake thumbnail is "for" this video: https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak Also, we're not actually going to change the thu…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Btw, this fake thumbnail is "for" this video: https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak Also, we're not actually going to change the thu…
Btw, this fake thumbnail is "for" this video: https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak Also, we're not actually going to change the thumbnail to this, STOP WORRYING https://t.co/IiPMO7tI6O
oh so THAT'S why volleyball players and figure skaters have such nice butts... https://t.co/8LdpOmQ4s9
God Bless PBS Digital Studios and Physics Girl "How To Get A Bigger Butt" just, bless this body positivity and earnestness https://t.co/NOESFnGE20
Pa la cuarentena y mi reto fitness :P https://t.co/s1BHZkPiNd
Using science to get a bigger butt!! This video shows how sport scientists use scientific methods (Electromyography - EMG) to see which exercises are most effective at working specific muscles. https://t.co/XEucQDOAJT #thesportsciencepodcast #glutes #gluteworkout #training https://t.co/tTkUfS1Fog
https://t.co/Rd4Nw34xKk Who & WHY would I share this with? Coaches & those WANTING to focus THEIR EFFORTS.
@ChristinaDahm @Tuffmann @videnskabdk @JC_Holm @Metabolcenter @jensbruu @StenoAarhus @RiedMathias Hej Christina, det er mig, der har skrevet artiklen. Mange tak for din opmærksomme læsning. Du har fuldstændig ret. Jeg er kommet til at indsætte et link til en forkert artikel - fejlen er nu rettet. Den korrekte artikel er her: https://t.co/aeICukzfJm
RT @KirkegaardEmil: Measurement reliability matters! In meta-analysis of BMI studies, studies using self-report height estimated ~5% lower…
Measurement reliability matters! In meta-analysis of BMI studies, studies using self-report height estimated ~5% lower heritability, and those with survey estimated zygosity estimated ~4% lower (because they classify some twins incorrectly). Combined ~9%! https://t.co/4Pacv2E9rb https://t.co/Gr8473Ic7v
Testing what exercise actually does to your butt https://t.co/zAaGJQx8lW via @YouTube
@gustavholst248 @krstoffr @OstlundOllie @CEwerhard @jonasvlachos @RobinFondberg @AnnikaWistedt @AgnesWold @epikrisa @AmirSariaslan Allt är väl relativt antar jag. https://t.co/ukQbobj1Bs https://t.co/e37QxnfH39
+لینک https://t.co/sa606dRGG2
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
"Dani, what do you do with your free time?" Me: Watch videos about the physics of butts!!
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
RT @thephysicsgirl: Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS…
Look, I know this video is old news. But I'm pretty proud of it. We made a video about the biomechanics of butts. BUTTS! And the comments are tame. If that's not an achievement, I don't know what is. https://t.co/5lwUv4eBak
https://t.co/YMKGM0ZCvg
?Quieres saber que pasa con tu cuerpo cuando haces ejercicio? https://t.co/ffOTRva754
This is a super interesting look at the biomechanics of your butt, from @thephysicsgirl and @blogilates. Like, what activates your butt muscles more: running, lunging or squatting? How much can you actually change the shape of your body?
Interesting video about butts, by @thephysicsgirl https://t.co/MeXwLJjrRS
lol butt instruments...gotta love #scicomm @thephysicsgirl https://t.co/UO4D5RfsHn
Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/xaZGY5Qaql via @YouTube
https://t.co/bBY7gb0gQI
Definitely one of the more interesting physiology videos I seen in a while: https://t.co/pWSP5DibKF
Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/lfNXVDyJWn via @YouTube
@DropDeadCoralie with this covering both exercise and science, thought u may be of interest https://t.co/ZlGGHF7yfn
Dianna @thephysicsgirl tests what exercise actually does to your butts
@90lisamaus Ich erinnere mich dass du einen größren Arsch haben wollte, wenn es dich glücklich macht dann gut, finde ich es ziemlich lecker ... schon ja https://t.co/lxTaDQd8nn
Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/RdGib638PK #Science!
Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/HC7PdikCOj
@God_is_a_she Nopes. Isto é mais interessante: https://t.co/GrIcAvJa32
~==EXERCISE AND BUTT SIZE==~ Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt - Physics Girl https://t.co/gYJciacVDC
By the power vested in me I approve this video. https://t.co/s2PRaTURu2 https://t.co/YRKQ6M8BFQ
PhysicsGirl: Testing what exercise does for the glutes
RT @MathFeed: Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/lPfiA4fsvf (by @thephysicsgirl)
RT @MathFeed: Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/lPfiA4fsvf (by @thephysicsgirl)
Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/lPfiA4fsvf (by @thephysicsgirl)
Greatjob @thephysicsgirl, i'm a butt girl now! I'm off for a run now. Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/8vbSaeOvwR via @YouTube
"Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt" https://t.co/QdrVFdGkpF
Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/nM21HedakK via @YouTube
Testing What Exercise Actually Does to Your Butt https://t.co/rZxs8X8mGd via @YouTube @thephysicsgirl
RT @DavidMacklinMD: @ConscienHealth @fstanfordmd See paper shared in the past by @whsource. See bottom of figure 2. See systematic review…
@ConscienHealth @fstanfordmd See paper shared in the past by @whsource. See bottom of figure 2. See systematic review suggesting 75% genetic contribution to weight. https://t.co/ZWdWT29wXC Countering stigma and bias is step 1 to treating obesity. Challenging stigma is the platform for effective treatment.
@ivivek87 @venkmurthy @f2harrell @ADAlthousePhD @statsepi @MaartenvSmeden @mikejohansenmd @bogdienache @VPrasadMDMPH @drjohnm Meta-analysis of 107 family and twin studies on BMI heritability. As you probably know, GWAS-based methods only access a portion of heritability for several reasons, one of which is that they currently only measure additive heritability. https://t.co/YL1lXpFX3Y
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
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RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
Study design factors explained nearly half the heterogeneity reported in twin studies. The genetic contribution to BMI appears to vary with age and may have a greater influence during childhood than adult life. https://t.co/bxk8cDrpPG
RT @whsource: Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
Meta-analysis of 115 studies: Genetics accounts for 75 percent of differences in BMI between people. https://t.co/VwbtwtEtJc
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