Stress in Obesity and Associated Metabolic and Cardiovascular Disorders

Obesity has significant implications for healthcare, since it is a major risk factor for both type 2 diabetes and the metabolic syndrome. This syndrome is a common and complex disorder combining obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and insulin resistance. It is associated with high atherosclerotic c...

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Main Author: Paul Holvoet
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Scientifica
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.6064/2012/205027