The Unlikely Buddha

  Everything must change, Nothing stays the same. Everyone must change Nothing stays the same. The young become the old, Mysteries do unfold. 'Cause that's the way of time Nothing and no one goes unchanged. There are not many things In life you can be sure of. Except Rain comes from the clouds, And sun lights up the sky, And humming birds do fly. Winter turns to spring. Wounded heart will heal. Never much too soon Everything must change The young become the old, Mysteries do unfold. 'Cause that's the way of time Nothing and no one goes unchanged. There are not many things In life you can be sure of. Except Rain comes from the clouds, And sun lights up the sky, And humming birds do fly.

Introduction Overeating, a significant contributor to weight gain and obesity, has long been a topic of public health concern. While environmental factors like diet and exercise undeniably play a crucial role, recent research suggests genetics may also influence our susceptibility to overeating behaviors. This paper explores the current understanding of the genetic links to overeating, highlighting the complexities and limitations in this evolving field. Heritability Estimates and Obesity Genes Twin and family studies have provided valuable insights into the heritability of obesity and related traits. Estimates suggest that genetics contribute around 40-50% of the variation in body weight. This doesn't directly translate to overeating, but it indicates a genetic influence on factors related to food intake. Specific genes, such as FTO, MC4R, and BDNF, have been associated with increased risk for obesity and eating behaviors. The FTO gene, for instance, has a well-studied variant (AA...