A Vegetarian Diet Could Cause Long-Term Genetic Changes

4/2/2016

This article discusses a study that suggests vegetarian diets can cause long-term changes in certain genes. The study focused on an enzyme called FADS2, which is involved in the production of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids. It found that individuals following vegetarian diets had different variations of the FADS2 gene compared to those following non-vegetarian diets. These variations may impact the body's ability to produce certain fatty acids. The article emphasizes that this is not necessarily negative, as vegetarian diets have been associated with numerous health benefits. However, it suggests that further research is needed to fully understand the implications of these gene changes.

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