Excess of the endocannabinoid anandamide during lactation induces overweight, fat accumulation and insulin resistance in adult mice

Excess of the endocannabinoid anandamide during lactation induces overweight, fat accumulation and insulin resistance in adult mice

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Environmental conditions in early life can induce permanent physiological changes, sometimes increasing the risk of chronic diseases during adulthood. Neural and peripheral circuits controlling energy balance may be modulated during...

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Main Authors: Aguirre Carolina A, Castillo Valeska A, Llanos Miguel N
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-07-01
Series:Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome
Subjects:
Anandamide
Overweight
Insulin resistance
Endocannabinoid system
Adipose tissue
Online Access:http://www.dmsjournal.com/content/4/1/35

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