The gonadal steroids, including androgens, estrogens and progestogens, are involved in
the control of body fat distribution in humans. Nevertheless, not only the size and localization …

Sex steroid hormones are involved in the metabolism, accumulation and distribution of
adipose tissues. It is now known that oestrogen receptor, progesterone receptor and …

Obesity remains a major global health concern. Understanding the metabolic influences of
the obesity epidemic in the human population on maintenance of a healthy weight and …

Adipose tissue is the body's largest repository of energy and it plays an important role in total
energy homeostasis. Moreover, it is now well recognized as an endocrine organ. A wide …

Sexual dimorphism greatly influences adipose tissue remodeling, which is characterized by
changes in the activity, number, and/or size of adipocytes in response to distinct stimuli …

Obesity is a chronic illness associated with several metabolic derangements and
comorbidities (ie, insulin resistance, leptin resistance, diabetes, etc.) and often leads to …

The increment in energy-dense food and low physical activity has contributed to the current
obesity pandemic, which is more prevalent in women than in men. Insulin is an anabolic …

An excessive food supply has resulted in an increasing prevalence of overweight and
obesity, conditions accompanied by serious health problems. Several studies have …

Obesity is one of the most invaliding and preventable diseases in the United States. Growing
evidence suggests that there are sex differences in obesity in human and experimental …

Adipose tissue is a complex endocrine organ with an intricate role in whole body
homeostasis. Beyond storing energy, adipose tissue is fundamental in numerous processes …