Metabolic Syndrome: A Comprehensive Textbook 2nd ed. 2024 Edition

Description: This comprehensive reference work presents an up-to-date survey of the current scientific understanding of the metabolic syndrome, as well as an overview of the most significant advances in the field. The book offers a thorough reference for obesity and the metabolic syndrome and will prove an indispensable resource for clinicians, researchers and students. The obesity epidemic has generated immense interest in recent years due to the wide-ranging and significant adverse health and economic consequences that surround the problem. Much attention has been focused on excessive consumption of energy-dense food, sedentary lifestyle, and other behaviors that contribute to the pathogenesis of obesity. However, obesity is a highly complex condition that is influenced by genetic as well as environmental factors. The metabolic syndrome comprises of central obesity, hyperglycemia, hypertension, and dsylipidemia. The incidence of metabolic syndrome is growing worldwide, affecting more than one-third of adults in some countries. The metabolic syndrome increases the risk of developing coronary artery disease and stroke, and it is closely associated with fatty liver, dementia, cancer, sleep apnea, kidney failure, and other diseases. This reference work covers the full range of scientific and clinical aspects of obesity and metabolic syndrome: epidemiology, genetics, environmental factors, pathophysiology, diseases associated with obesity, pediatric obesity, and clinical management. Shipping: Please Allow The Handling Time In The Listing. I Typically Do Not Ship On The Weekends Including Friday. Feedback: If You Have Any Type Of Issue Please Reach Out Before Leaving Feedback. I Will Do Everything In My Power To Correct Any Issues That May Occur. I Try To Be As Fair As Possible And Provide The Type Of Service I Myself Would Expect. Questions: Have Any Questions Feel Free To Reach Out And I Will Respond As Quickly As I Can.

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