Edited by B. Guy-Grand and G. Ailhaud
This latest volume continues the well established series of proceedings
published by John Libbey and Co ltd.
Obesity is now officially recognised as a major worldwide public health
problem. Progress in Obesity Research: 8 fulfills the need for and importance
of accessible, fundamental research, much needed towards a better understanding
of obesity.It will prove an indispensable resource for all those involved
in the research, prevention and treatment of obesity.
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Provides the most up-do-date extensive research on obesity
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Details new discoveries, the 'Hottest Topic' - Leptin
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Presents recent findings, including new uncoupling proteins
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Includes treatments for obesity
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Discusses many controversial issues
Section headings:
Development, plasticity and metabolic properties of adipose tissue
/ Genes and body composition in animals and humans / Nutrition, food intake
and eating disorders / Neural regulation of food intake and expenditure
/ Leptin, leptin signaling and biological effects / Adrenoreceptors and
uncoupling proteins / Substrate tracking, physical exercise and energy
metabolism / Insulin resistance, diabetes and obesity in animals and humans
/ Complications of obesity / Childhood obesity / Obesity epidemic / Management
and treatment / Weight loss, weight maintenance and consequences / Obesity
surgery / Prevention |
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In a special IASO Newsletter reader offer
members can obtain the ICO8 proceedings for only
£70.00!
Associations ordering multiple copies can also
obtain further discounts on request from the publisher.
John Libbey June 1999 ca.864pp Hardback
ISBN 0 86196 581 7 Price £85 Special
Offer £70.00 |
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