OBJECTIVE: To summarize the role of melatonin in the physiology and pathophysiology of
the ovary. DESIGN: Review of literature. SETTING: University Health Science Center …

The discovery of leptin was a major breakthrough in our understanding of the role of adipose
tissue as a storage and secretory organ. Leptin was initially thought to act mainly to prevent …

The effect of the pineal indole hormone melatonin on the life span of mice, rats and fruit flies
has been studied using various approaches. It has been observed that in female CBA, SHR …

Melatonin is involved in the regulation of seasonal obesity in various species, including
some rodents. This involvement has been demonstrated in nonphotoperiodic rodents like …

Obesity and its medical complications represent a significant problem throughout the world.
In recent decades, mechanisms underlying the progression of obesity have been intensively …

Melatonin effect on body weight progression, mean levels and 24‐hr pattern of circulating
adiponectin, leptin, insulin, glucose, triglycerides and cholesterol were examined in rats fed …

We observed the 24-hour patterns of endocrine in medical students who lived either a
diurnal life or nocturnal life. Nocturnal life was designed by skipping their breakfast but …

The metabolic syndrome (M et S) is a cluster of metabolic abnormalities associated with
increased risk for cardiovascular diseases. Apart from its powerful antioxidant properties, the …

Melatonin (Mel), a molecule that conveys photoperiodic information to the organisms, is also
involved in the regulation of energy homeostasis. Mechanisms of action of Mel in the energy …

Melatonin is a lipophilic hormone, mainly produced and secreted at night by the pineal
gland. Melatonin synthesis is under the control of postganglionic sympathetic fibers that …