This is from an article at Science Daily.com:
Action Of Ghrelin Hormone Increases Appetite And Favors Accumulation Of Abdominal Fat
"ScienceDaily (May 26, 2009) — The ghrelin hormone not only stimulates the brain giving rise to an increase in appetite, but also favours the accumulation of lipids in visceral fatty tissue, located in the abdominal zone and considered to be the most harmful. This is the conclusion of research undertaken at Metabolic Research Laboratory of the University Hospital of Navarra, published recently in the International Journal of Obesity......
It is precisely this accumulated fat in the region of the abdomen that is deemed to be most harmful, as it is accompanied by comorbilities, visceral obesity being related to higher blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. Moreover, being located in the abdominal zone and in direct contact with the liver, this type of fatty tissue favours the formation of liver fat and increases the risk of developing resistance to insulin. Normally, on being associated with hypertension, high levels of triglycerides, resistance to insulin and hypercholesterolemia, visceral fat favours the metabolic syndrome, the researcher pointed out."
Japanese scientists discovered ghrelin in 1999. A year later, American researchers found that it drives appetite.
Ghrelin is mainly created in the stomach, where it circulates in the blood, eventually sending a message to the brain to stimulate appetite. The Implication is that this is one of the ways in which the body fights against weight loss, which might help explain why millions of yo-yo dieters can’t keep the weight off. It works to keep up the weight..for survival purposes.
With this knowledge there has been product development that can decrease the effect of ghrelin by up to 40% helping to curb the appetite. Obesity is becoming a major health issue and understanding the science of getting thin can help develop aids to work against obesity and help people lose weight and keep it off.
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One of the Biggest Obstacles to Weight Loss
One of the necessities of losing weight is research into why we gain it and can't lose it. One of the common causes or contributors to obesity is Metabolic Syndrome.
Metabolic Syndrome What is it??
Syndrome X. Sounds mysterious, doesn't it? Syndrome X, also known as metabolic syndrome, describes a cluster of metabolic conditions that may put you at risk for a host of serious diseases, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. And although Syndrome X implies something secret, health care providers know more than ever before about the dangers associated with it.
Major health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Group for the Study of Insulin Resistance (EGSIR), and the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP), have slightly different definitions of metabolic syndrome. The WHO defines metabolic syndrome as:
•High insulin levels plus any 2 of the following: abdominal obesity, body mass index of 30 kg/m2, or waist circumference of 37 inches
•High triglycerides (fatty deposits in the blood)
•Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Reference for definition: Stop Chronic Disease
Thankfully there are new developments if the Science of Getting Thin!! They are developing products right now. Products are available now through research to work in a four part weight loss system with some incredible benefits, even for those of us not over weight. The first two products are being released now:
1. ThermoCharge
Two powerhouse blends team up to ThermoCharge your body and lose unwanted pounds. Studies have shown impressive, sustainable weight loss, including that tough-to-lose visceral fat inside the abdomen. Burn more calories as you rev your metabolism—even your basal metabolic rate. ThermoCharge combats Metabolic Syndrome, one of the biggest obstacles to weight loss.
After workouts, it assists in reducing fatigue and sore muscles to speed your recovery. This phenomenal formula supports cardiovascular health and improved circulation. It’s even an indigestible skin care supplement that may reduce wrinkles, eliminate freckles, and dramatically improve skin texture. Optimize the results of your efforts to eat right and exercise with this incredible new product .
• Promotes progressive, significant weight loss
• Targets stubborn visceral fat*
• Increases thermogenesis*
• Increases basal metabolic rate*
• Supports cardiovascular and circulatory health*
• Reduces post-exercise fatigue and speeds recovery*
• Promotes healthy, efficient digestion*
• Improves skin health, reducing the visible signs of aging*
They have impressive proof of these claims, including CAT Scans showing the abdominal fat loss after just 10 weeks .
2. Diminish (Appetite Suppressant and so much more...)
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why did I eat that?” Some people eat out of habit, boredom or frustration, even if they don’t feel hungry. Stress and anxiety can also lead to compulsive overeating. Then, when stress leads to weight gain, people try to stop overeating by restricting certain foods, which leads to more stress and anxiety for those who find comfort in food. Diminish can help anxious snackers and compulsive eaters by increasing satiety, decreasing stress, and improving emotional health.*
• Helps satisfy appetite, leading to weight loss*
• Helps reduce stress-related cravings, leading to weight loss*
• Promotes a positive mood*
This is just the beginning of the Science of Getting Thin. So much is being learned to help stop obesity and improve the odds of permanent weight loss.
Metabolic Syndrome What is it??
Syndrome X. Sounds mysterious, doesn't it? Syndrome X, also known as metabolic syndrome, describes a cluster of metabolic conditions that may put you at risk for a host of serious diseases, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. And although Syndrome X implies something secret, health care providers know more than ever before about the dangers associated with it.
Major health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Group for the Study of Insulin Resistance (EGSIR), and the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP), have slightly different definitions of metabolic syndrome. The WHO defines metabolic syndrome as:
•High insulin levels plus any 2 of the following: abdominal obesity, body mass index of 30 kg/m2, or waist circumference of 37 inches
•High triglycerides (fatty deposits in the blood)
•Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Reference for definition: Stop Chronic Disease
Thankfully there are new developments if the Science of Getting Thin!! They are developing products right now. Products are available now through research to work in a four part weight loss system with some incredible benefits, even for those of us not over weight. The first two products are being released now:
1. ThermoCharge
Two powerhouse blends team up to ThermoCharge your body and lose unwanted pounds. Studies have shown impressive, sustainable weight loss, including that tough-to-lose visceral fat inside the abdomen. Burn more calories as you rev your metabolism—even your basal metabolic rate. ThermoCharge combats Metabolic Syndrome, one of the biggest obstacles to weight loss.
After workouts, it assists in reducing fatigue and sore muscles to speed your recovery. This phenomenal formula supports cardiovascular health and improved circulation. It’s even an indigestible skin care supplement that may reduce wrinkles, eliminate freckles, and dramatically improve skin texture. Optimize the results of your efforts to eat right and exercise with this incredible new product .
• Promotes progressive, significant weight loss
• Targets stubborn visceral fat*
• Increases thermogenesis*
• Increases basal metabolic rate*
• Supports cardiovascular and circulatory health*
• Reduces post-exercise fatigue and speeds recovery*
• Promotes healthy, efficient digestion*
• Improves skin health, reducing the visible signs of aging*
They have impressive proof of these claims, including CAT Scans showing the abdominal fat loss after just 10 weeks .
2. Diminish (Appetite Suppressant and so much more...)
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why did I eat that?” Some people eat out of habit, boredom or frustration, even if they don’t feel hungry. Stress and anxiety can also lead to compulsive overeating. Then, when stress leads to weight gain, people try to stop overeating by restricting certain foods, which leads to more stress and anxiety for those who find comfort in food. Diminish can help anxious snackers and compulsive eaters by increasing satiety, decreasing stress, and improving emotional health.*
• Helps satisfy appetite, leading to weight loss*
• Helps reduce stress-related cravings, leading to weight loss*
• Promotes a positive mood*
This is just the beginning of the Science of Getting Thin. So much is being learned to help stop obesity and improve the odds of permanent weight loss.
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