Metabolism
Studies from K.K. Isoldi et al have provided new data on metabolism
Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, June 9th, 2008
Current study results from the report, 'The challenge of treating obesity: the endocannabinoid system as a potential target,' have been published. According to a study from the United States, "Obesity and cardiometabolic risk, or the metabolic syndrome, continue to be major public health concerns. To date, treatment with lifestyle and pharmacotherapy interventions has resulted in limited efficacy in reversing the upward trend in this present-day health crisis."
"Research reveals that a modest 5% to 10% weight loss results in substantial improvement in health. While obtaining modest weight loss is often achievable, maintaining lost weight is challenging. Research has...
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