Obesity and Energy Metabolism

Download or read book Obesity and Energy Metabolism written by National Institutes of Health (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: A comprehensive yet uncomplicated discussion of obesity is presented for the average adult as part of a series called "Medicine for the Layman." Although the specific causes of obesity are unknown, many factors, such as genetics and environment, influence the condition. More is known about the health consequences of obesity in terms of increased risk of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and emotional stress. Obesity is defined; the functions of the human body which help determine the numbers and size of fat cells in adipose tissue (hypertrophic and hyperplastic obesity) are described. The balance of caloric intake and energy expenditure for each individual is emphasized. Further research needs are identified. The information is reinforced by a question and answer section and color cartoons.