Overview
Energy Metabolism and Obesity: Research and Clinical Applications is a compilation of highly informative reviews written by undisputed leaders in the field. These authors elucidate the most important aspects of genetic background, neuropeptide secretion and action, neuronal pathways, adipokines, gut hormones, and environmental influences (physical activity, pharmacologic agents, and surgical alteration of the gastrointestinal tract), as well as the complex interactions among them. Understanding the physiology of energy storage and partitioning has become quite a daunting task. This title enables researchers and clinicians to face the challenge of understanding this complex topic and applying the information to the practice of obesity prevention and treatment. The excellent overviews in this book will undoubtedly provide readers with a better understanding of the multifaceted entity of obesity.
Full Product Details
Author: Patricia A. Donohoue
Publisher: Humana Press Inc.
Imprint: Humana Press Inc.
Edition: Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2008
Dimensions:
Width: 17.80cm
, Height: 1.70cm
, Length: 25.40cm
Weight: 0.677kg
ISBN: 9781617377105
ISBN 10: 1617377104
Pages: 302
Publication Date: 09 November 2010
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
From the reviews: This is a comprehensive review of the current scientific knowledge of the myriad factors that play a role in the development of obesity ... . Readers from many levels will find this review helpful, including students, researchers, and others seeking to get an overview of the state of the science of obesity-related research. In addition, practitioners seeking an understanding of the direction in which obesity treatment might be moving will also find this book helpful. (Robert Michael Sargis, Doody's Review Service, February, 2008) This is ... a number of valuable up to date information written by recognized experts. ... All chapters are illustrated by several tables, figures, schemes, photos and color plates of high instructive value and supported by more than 1500 references which considerably increase the information level of this monograph and offer to the reader a ... deeper study of individual topics. ... obesitologists, diabetologists, endocrinologists and several other experts of special related fields will consider this monograph as one of valuable acquisition of their library. (Endocrine Regulations, February, 2008) This book presents in 14 chapters written by US experts, a compilation of critical articles on topics related to energy metabolism and obesity. The titles include reviews on leptin, adiponectin, melanocortin, gastrointestinal hormones, growth hormone and ghrelin. Topics related to obesity include syndromic obesities, Prader Willi syndrome, antipsychotic drugs, as well as the surgical approach to obesity. Concise and clearly written overviews. For clinicians and researchers. (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol. 5 (3), March, 2008) Dr. Donohue's book is organized into 14 chapters and each is authored by a leader in the field. Each chapter is comprehensive and can serve as an independent reference for its specific topic ... . In summary, Dr. Donohue has constructed a comprehensive, well-organized and ably-prosed reference ... . To the graduate student her book would be a valuable blueprint to guide study in the now inter-disciplinary field of obesity research. To the expert her digest offers ease of access, novel information and integrative understanding. (Christina L. Sherry, Psychoneuroendocrinology, August, 2008)
From the reviews: This is a comprehensive review of the current scientific knowledge of the myriad factors that play a role in the development of obesity ... . Readers from many levels will find this review helpful, including students, researchers, and others seeking to get an overview of the state of the science of obesity-related research. In addition, practitioners seeking an understanding of the direction in which obesity treatment might be moving will also find this book helpful. (Robert Michael Sargis, Doody's Review Service, February, 2008) This is ... a number of valuable up to date information written by recognized experts. ... All chapters are illustrated by several tables, figures, schemes, photos and color plates of high instructive value and supported by more than 1500 references which considerably increase the information level of this monograph and offer to the reader a ... deeper study of individual topics. ... obesitologists, diabetologists, endocrinologists and several other experts of special related fields will consider this monograph as one of valuable acquisition of their library. (Endocrine Regulations, February, 2008) This book presents in 14 chapters written by US experts, a compilation of critical articles on topics related to energy metabolism and obesity. The titles include reviews on leptin, adiponectin, melanocortin, gastrointestinal hormones, growth hormone and ghrelin. Topics related to obesity include syndromic obesities, Prader Willi syndrome, antipsychotic drugs, as well as the surgical approach to obesity. Concise and clearly written overviews. For clinicians and researchers. (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol. 5 (3), March, 2008) Dr. Donohue's book is organized into 14 chapters and each is authored by a leader in the field. Each chapter is comprehensive and can serve as an independent reference for its specific topic ... . In summary, Dr. Donohue has constructed a comprehensive, well-organized and ably-prosed reference ... . To the graduate student her book would be a valuable blueprint to guide study in the now inter-disciplinary field of obesity research. To the expert her digest offers ease of access, novel information and integrative understanding. (Christina L. Sherry, Psychoneuroendocrinology, August, 2008)
From the reviews: This is a comprehensive review of the current scientific knowledge of the myriad factors that play a role in the development of obesity ! . Readers from many levels will find this review helpful, including students, researchers, and others seeking to get an overview of the state of the science of obesity-related research. In addition, practitioners seeking an understanding of the direction in which obesity treatment might be moving will also find this book helpful. (Robert Michael Sargis, Doody's Review Service, February, 2008) This is ! a number of valuable up to date information written by recognized experts. ! All chapters are illustrated by several tables, figures, schemes, photos and color plates of high instructive value and supported by more than 1500 references which considerably increase the information level of this monograph and offer to the reader a ! deeper study of individual topics. ! obesitologists, diabetologists, endocrinologists and several other experts of special related fields will consider this monograph as one of valuable acquisition of their library. (Endocrine Regulations, February, 2008) This book presents in 14 chapters written by US experts, a compilation of critical articles on topics related to energy metabolism and obesity. The titles include reviews on leptin, adiponectin, melanocortin, gastrointestinal hormones, growth hormone and ghrelin. Topics related to obesity include syndromic obesities, Prader Willi syndrome, antipsychotic drugs, as well as the surgical approach to obesity. Concise and clearly written overviews. For clinicians and researchers. (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol. 5 (3), March, 2008) Dr. Donohue's book is organized into 14 chapters and each is authored by a leader in the field. Each chapter is comprehensive and can serve as an independent reference for its specific topic ! . In summary, Dr. Donohue has constructed a comprehensive, well-organized and ably-prosed reference ! . To the graduate student her book would be a valuable blueprint to guide study in the now inter-disciplinary field of obesity research. To the expert her digest offers ease of access, novel information and integrative understanding. (Christina L. Sherry, Psychoneuroendocrinology, August, 2008)
