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UCP1
Uncoupling Protein 1
Weight Management Chr. 4 1 SNP analyzed

About this gene

Brown fat thermogenesis protein.

Analyzed variants (SNPs)

rs1800592 UCP1 -3826A-G Population frequency: 35.0% Chr. 4 : 141,053,571
Genotype Impact What it means
AA (Normal) Normal Normal cold-induced thermogenesis - efficient brown-fat calorie burn. Maintain regular activity.
AG (Carrier) Low impact Reduced UCP1 expression - slightly lower brown-fat activity. Cold exposure, regular exercise and adequate protein help maintain metabolic rate.
GG (Variant) Moderate Low brown-fat activity (G/G) - reduced cold thermogenesis and a weight-gain/cold-sensitivity tendency. Prioritise activity, strength training and a lower-glycaemic diet.

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