Obesity
Data from University of California, U.S., advance knowledge in obesity research
Published in Telemedicine Week, August 21st, 2007
Study 1: Investigators publish new data in the report "Gamma-linolenate reduces weight regain in formerly obese humans." According to a study from the United States, "The purpose of this study was to determine whether gamma-linolenate (GLA) supplementation would suppress weight regain following major weight loss. Fifty formerly obese humans were randomized into a double-blind study and given either 890 mg/d of GLA (5 g/d borage oil) or 5 g/d olive oil (controls) for 1 y."
"Body weight and composition and adipose fatty acids of fasting subjects were assessed at 0, 3, 12, and...
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Source: Telemedicine Week (2007-08-21)
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