News tagged with leptin levels


Researchers identify and block protein that interferes with appetite-suppressing hormone

Ever since the appetite-regulation hormone called leptin was discovered in 1994, scientists have sought to understand the mechanisms that control its action. It was known that leptin was made by fat cells, reduced appetite ...

Medical research created Apr 17, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Weight loss helps to oust worms

Scientists from The University of Manchester have discovered that weight loss plays an important role in the body's response to fighting off intestinal worms.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 17, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Saving carbs for dinnertime might help control weight

(HealthDay)—When it comes to eating pasta, bread and potatoes, timing could be everything.

Overweight and Obesity created Dec 13, 2012 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Obesity epidemic in America found significantly worse than previously believed

The scope of the obesity epidemic in the United States has been greatly underestimated, according to a study published Apr. 2 in the open access journal PLoS ONE. Researchers found that the Body Mass Index (BMI) substantially under- ...

Health created Apr 02, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Metabolic syndrome biomarkers predict lung function impairment after exposure to WTC dust

Metabolic syndrome biomarkers predict subsequent decline in lung function after particulate exposure, according to new research involving rescue personnel exposed to World Trade Center (WTC) dust.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Nov 18, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0