2019
Adaptive Contribution of Thyroid Hormones in Obesity
Ozcelik FatihCorresponding author
University of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Istanbul, Turkey
Overview
Lipid hormones are signaling molecules derived from lipids that regulate diverse physiological processes by binding to specific receptors and modulating gene expression or cellular function. Research published in the International Journal of Lipids examines the complex interplay between lipid-derived hormones and metabolic regulation, particularly in the context of obesity and energy homeostasis. Published work has investigated the adaptive role of thyroid hormones—which, while amino acid-derived, interact extensively with lipid metabolism—in obesity, exploring how these hormones contribute to metabolic adaptation in individuals with elevated body mass. This research addresses fundamental questions about how hormonal signaling systems respond to changes in nutritional status and body composition. Understanding lipid hormones and their metabolic partners matters because dysregulation of these signaling pathways contributes to widespread health conditions including obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and endocrine disorders. By examining the mechanisms through which hormones influence lipid metabolism and how metabolic states in turn affect hormonal function, this research provides insight into potential therapeutic targets and helps clarify the bidirectional relationship between endocrine signaling and metabolic health.
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N. Rezaieg · 2022 · Al-Anbar Medical Journal
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2022 · Al- Anbar Medical Journal
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