Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

[Progress in the study of obesity].

Z J Sun1, Z Y Huang

  • 1Department of Physiology, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing 100083.

Sheng Li Ke Xue Jin Zhan [Progress in Physiology]
|January 28, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Obesity is a complex disease impacting appetite and metabolism, influenced by genetics and environment. This review explores its causes, health risks, and emerging treatments, including the role of leptin.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

[Clinicopathological characteristics of lung adenocarcinoma with PIK3CA mutation].

Zhonghua bing li xue za zhi = Chinese journal of pathology·2026
Same author

[Comparison of noise protection effects of two common types of earplugs].

Zhonghua lao dong wei sheng zhi ye bing za zhi = Zhonghua laodong weisheng zhiyebing zazhi = Chinese journal of industrial hygiene and occupational diseases·2026
Same author

[Fit test evaluation of three half mask respirators for workers exposed to organic solvents].

Zhonghua lao dong wei sheng zhi ye bing za zhi = Zhonghua laodong weisheng zhiyebing zazhi = Chinese journal of industrial hygiene and occupational diseases·2026
Same author

[The protective effects and influencing factors of hearing protection devices for noise-exposed workers in different industries].

Zhonghua lao dong wei sheng zhi ye bing za zhi = Zhonghua laodong weisheng zhiyebing zazhi = Chinese journal of industrial hygiene and occupational diseases·2026
Same author

[Analysis on human papillomavirus vaccination coverage in women aged 9-45 years in Shanghai, 2017-2024].

Zhonghua liu xing bing xue za zhi = Zhonghua liuxingbingxue zazhi·2025
Same author

[Current status, issues, and recommendations regarding vaccination services under the background of population aging].

Zhonghua yu fang yi xue za zhi [Chinese journal of preventive medicine]·2025

Area of Science:

  • Metabolic Disorders
  • Genetics and Epigenetics
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Rising global obesity rates necessitate a deeper understanding of its multifactorial nature.
  • Obesity is increasingly recognized as a complex disease, not merely a cosmetic issue.
  • Current treatment strategies for obesity remain limited, highlighting the need for further research.

Purpose:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of obesity, encompassing its epidemiology, etiology, associated health problems, and treatment strategies.
  • To review the current understanding and ongoing debates surrounding leptin's function in obesity.
  • To outline key areas for future obesity research.

Summary:

  • Obesity is a complex disease involving appetite regulation and energy metabolism, influenced by genetic factors, environment, and diet.
  • It is strongly associated with serious health conditions like type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and certain cancers.
  • Leptin's role in obesity is a significant area of ongoing research, with current treatments still in early stages.

Impact:

  • This review aims to consolidate current knowledge and guide future research directions in the field of obesity.
  • Understanding the complex etiology of obesity can inform the development of more effective prevention and treatment strategies.
  • Highlighting the association with comorbidities underscores the public health importance of addressing the obesity epidemic.

Related Experiment Videos