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Discovery of alcohol-regulating hormone could lead to pill which prevents cravings
The Telegraph
by Henry Bodkin
11/28/2016
Excerpt:
Researchers have shown for the first time how the liver hormone FGF21 plays a crucial role in setting a person’s drinking limits.
They say the discovery lead to new treatments for people unable to control their drinking.
DNA samples were analysed from more than 105,000 people of European descent, who were also questioned about their weekly drinking habits.
The study highlighted interaction between FGF21 and a gene in the brain called beta-Klotho.
In about 40 per cent of participants, a particular beta-Klotho variant was associated with reduced alcohol consumption.
Further investigations indicated that those lacking the gene altogether were significantly more attracted to alcohol.
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The Telegraph
by Henry Bodkin
11/28/2016
Excerpt:
Researchers have shown for the first time how the liver hormone FGF21 plays a crucial role in setting a person’s drinking limits.
They say the discovery lead to new treatments for people unable to control their drinking.
DNA samples were analysed from more than 105,000 people of European descent, who were also questioned about their weekly drinking habits.
The study highlighted interaction between FGF21 and a gene in the brain called beta-Klotho.
In about 40 per cent of participants, a particular beta-Klotho variant was associated with reduced alcohol consumption.
Further investigations indicated that those lacking the gene altogether were significantly more attracted to alcohol.
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View the complete article, including images, at:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016...pill-prevents/