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The Mediterranean diet helps turn off genes that increase the risk of obesity, Irina Kolesnikova, PhD in Biological Sciences, geneticist, biologist, leading researcher and chairman of the expert council of LLC "National Center for Genetic Research" MyGenetics, told "Gazeta.Ru".

This diet is based on vegetables and fruits, greens, nuts, "good" fats (oils such as olive oil), seafood (including fish in moderate amounts, but not much meat), whole grain products (bread, pasta), dairy products (cheeses, yogurts - in moderate amounts). It is known that such a diet reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases, obesity, type 2 diabetes and other health problems.

"There are known genes that can significantly affect the risk of developing such problems as obesity, diabetes and other common diseases. One of the most well-known such genes is FTO. It is sometimes called the obesity gene, as some of its variants significantly increase the risk of weight gain and the development of type 2 diabetes. Also known is the MC4R gene, which regulates the function of one of the melanocortin receptors. Both genes, or rather their products, are involved in regulating feelings of hunger and satiety, as well as other processes that can affect weight gain and the development of diabetes. But following the Mediterranean diet can minimize this risk in people with unfavorable genetic variants," said the geneticist.

Another example, according to the specialist, is the TCF7L2 gene. Some of its variants increase the risks of developing type 2 diabetes, as well as its associated pathological conditions, such as stroke.

"It turned out that the Mediterranean diet has a beneficial effect on the metabolic profile of people with this gene, helping to prevent diseases. The Mediterranean type of diet is very beneficial, and this has been proven by scientific and clinical research. Nevertheless, before getting carried away with any diets and types of nutrition, it is worth consulting with a specialist first," concluded the geneticist.