Saturday, October 28, 2006
Leptin Problems Precede Serious Health Problems
Changes in leptin levels precede the onset of health conditions that cause disease. It is well established that leptin resistance causes insulin resistance and leads to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Two new studies document that changes in blood leptin set the stage for disease onset.
In one study, the perception that a person was under stress was linked to higher levels of leptin. This study demonstrates a scientific link between a psychological perception and the onset of weight and other health problems.
Another study showed that people with sleep apnea and no other disease had significantly elevated leptin and insulin, demonstrating that sleep apnea is a marker for the onset of diabetes and heart disease. It also means that managing leptin and insulin will reduce this risk dramatically.
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