Obesity and Metabolism
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Obesity and Metabolism

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eBook - PDF

Obesity and Metabolism

About this book

It has become increasingly difficult to keep up with the growing body of literature on the genetics, metabolic phenotype and treatment of obesity. This volume brings together an array of chapters from many of the foremost authorities and researchers in this area. Key advances in the genetics of obesity are summarized and the effects of obesity in pregnancy, childhood and old age explored. By scrutinizing the hormones and enzymes most recently implicated in the development, maintenance and consequences of obesity, the biochemical and physiological background of the abnormal metabolism of obesity is mapped out. Furthermore, a practical update on clinical approach and treatment of obesity is offered. Finally, the social aspects of obesity and the view of the obese body in art throughout the centuries are reflected. A valuable overview of causes, metabolic disturbances and treatment options, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in clinical as well as pathophysiological and genetic aspects of obesity. Furthermore, it will provide useful reading for scientists and students who would like to broaden and update their knowledge in this area.

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Yes, you can access Obesity and Metabolism by M. Korbonits, Federica Guaraldi,Giovanni Corona in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Nutrition, Dietics & Bariatrics. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher
S. Karger
Year
2008
Print ISBN
9783805584296
eBook ISBN
9783805584302
Edition
1
Topic
Medicine
Subtopic
Nutrition, Dietics & Bariatrics

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Foreword
  4. Preface
  5. Monogenic Human Obesity
  6. Polygenic Contribution to Obesity: Genome- Wide Strategies Reveal New Targets
  7. Genetic Obesity Syndromes
  8. Fetal and Neonatal Pathways to Obesity
  9. Developmental Origins of Obesity and the Metabolic Syndrome: The Role of Maternal Obesity
  10. Childhood Obesity
  11. Obesity in Old Age
  12. Models of ‘Obesity’ in Large Animals and Birds
  13. The Beta-Cell in Type 2 Diabetes and in Obesity
  14. Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Energy Balance Regulation and Obesity
  15. 11 beta -Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 and Obesity
  16. Gut and Hormones and Obesity
  17. Adipokines in Obesity
  18. The Role of AMP-Activated Protein Kinase in Obesity
  19. Classical Endocrine Diseases Causing Obesity
  20. Emerging Concepts in the Medical and Surgical Treatment of Obesity
  21. The Sociology of Obesity
  22. Obesity in Art – A Brief Overview
  23. Author Index
  24. Subject Index