Energy balance flashcards
1
Q
What is the normal body weight for a male
A
72 kg
2
Q
What is the normal body weight for a female
A
58 kg
3
Q
What are the long term satiety signals in regulation of appetite?
A
Insulin = manages state of c'hydrate stores Leptin = manages state of fat stores
4
Q
What signalling molecules are hunger causing
A
Ghrelin, neuropeptide Y
5
Q
What treatment is used in diabetes to manage fat absorption
A
Orlistat = decreases fat absorption
6
Q
What surgical options exist for weight loss?
A
liposuction
resection of intestine
stomach stapling
stomach band (gastric band)
