In women, most genes linked to body fat (75%) didn't affect cholesterol, triglycerides, diabetes, or heart disease risk.

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Beyond apples and pears: sex-specific genetics of body fat percentage

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2023

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Beyond apples and pears: sex-specific genetics of body fat percentage

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DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2023.1274791

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