Obesity Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of leptin?
What is low leptin associated with?
A
messages to the brain information on the levels of fat storage
Energy conservation:
-Increased appetite and lowered basic metabolic rate
2
Q
What is Orlistat used for? What is its mode of action?
A
Obesity
Inhibits lipases, blocking fat absorption
-fat is secreted in faeces
3
Q
What surgical procedures are available for obesity treatment?
A
- Gastric band
- RNY gastric bypass
- bypass portion of stomach and duodenum - Vertical sleeve gastrectomy
- remove portion of stomach
4
Q
Explain adaptive thermogenesis.
A
Initial weight loss is eventually countere by a drop in the Resting metabolic rate, preventing further weight loss.
