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Peptides in Energy Balance and Obesity (Frontiers in Nutritional Science): 4
Author(s): Frubeck (Author), G. (Author), G. Frubeck (Editor)
- Publisher: CABI Publishing
- Publication Date: 19 May 2009
- Edition: Illustrated
- Language: English
- Print length: 416 pages
- ISBN-10: 1845934075
- ISBN-13: 9781845934071
Book Description
Obesity is one of the most relevant public health concerns today and it is now evident that body weight control is achieved through highly integrated physiological interactions like nutrient selection as well as being influenced by genetic and environmental factors. Moreover, energy balance regulation is a complex process aimed at maintaining constant energy stores. Presenting a detailed and comprehensive account of the roles of specific peptides in energy balance, food intake control and comorbidities, this review provides a better understanding of the pathophysiology of energy balance and obesity.
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