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Adiponectin: an intriguing hormone for paediatricians

F Savino1, E Petrucci, Ge Nanni

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Regina Margherita Children's Hospital, University of Turin, Turin, Italy. francesco.savino@unito.it

Acta Paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992)
|April 10, 2008
PubMed

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Adiponectin, a hormone in breast milk, may help prevent childhood obesity. Further research into adiponectin

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology and Metabolism
  • Pediatrics
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Adiponectin is a protein hormone produced by adipocytes.
  • It is present in breast milk and linked to childhood obesity prevention.
  • Its precise biological functions are still under investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the emerging role of adiponectin in pediatric research.
  • To explore the potential of adiponectin in preventing childhood obesity.
  • To understand the bioactivity of adiponectin in relation to infant development.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of clinical and experimental studies.
  • Analysis of research on adiponectin's effects on metabolism and development.
  • Synthesis of findings regarding adiponectin's anti-inflammatory and antiatherogenic properties.

Main Results:

  • Adiponectin plays a role in regulating lipid and glucose metabolism.
  • It influences fetal development and exhibits anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Paediatric research shows growing interest in adiponectin's functions.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding adiponectin's bioactivity is crucial.
  • This knowledge may confirm breast milk's role in preventing childhood obesity.
  • Further investigation is needed to establish definitive links.
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