Epidemiologic and economic consequences of the global epidemics of obesity and diabetes
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Various surveys are conducted to estimate the quantitative epidemiological and economic impact of obesity and diabetes on the development of countries, as these problems always lead to several cardiovascular diseases in the future. The results show that immediate actions are to be taken to reduce the problems of overweight and obesity, which can help to steadily improve the life expectancy and rising costs in a country.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2006
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Nutrient sensor links obesity with diabetes risk
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Obesity can cause insulin resistance, diabetes, and other cardiovascular diseases. The new study implicates the mTOR and S6 kinase 1 pathway, known to integrate nutrient signals, in mediating nutrient-induced insulin resistance.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2004
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Stress, diet and abdominal obesity: Y?
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The link between faulty diet, stress and resulting obesity, which has reached alarming numbers, is put forth.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2007
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