Scientists have developed a new tool which can predict a child’s risk of becoming obese in adulthood. The test could help to identify children and adolescents who would benefit from targeted ...

Children likely to become obese in adulthood can be identified by a new genetic test. Scientists say the test, based on data from more than five million people, can be performed on youngsters before ...

"This is important because it highlights a joint effect of a genetic mutation and of an environmental exposure. It also shows how children can become overweight," Dabelea said. "In the future, ...