Can you inherit obesity from your parents, and how much is genetic in Europe?

Inherited obesity explained: genetic predisposition, polygenic risk, lifestyle factors, metabolism, and clinical assessment criteria.

In this episode, we examine the role of genetics in obesity and how doctors distinguish inherited risk from modifiable lifestyle factors under EU medical guidance.

You’ll learn:

• How multiple genes influence appetite regulation and energy balance

• The difference between rare monogenic obesity and common polygenic risk

• Why family habits and environment also shape weight outcomes

• The role of insulin resistance and metabolic rate

• How childhood obesity risk can track into adulthood

• When metabolic screening (HbA1c, lipids, blood pressure) is recommended

• Situations where weight-loss medication requests may be declined pending full assessment

We explain how doctors assess BMI trends, waist circumference, dietary patterns, physical activity, sleep, medication use, and family history during an online consultation in the EU. Genetics can increase susceptibility, but long-term weight outcomes reflect a combination of biology and behaviour.

This episode reflects the clinical standards used by Mobi Doctor, where metabolic consultations are reviewed by a registered physician in line with EU medical guidance.

Read the full guide and transcript here:

https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/can-you-inherit-obesity-from-your-parents