High levels of satiety hormone leptin contribute to cardiovascular disease in obese individuals

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High levels of satiety hormone leptin contribute to cardiovascular disease in obese individuals

While high levels of the satiety hormone leptin don't help obese individuals lose weight, they do appear to directly contribute to their cardiovascular disease, researchers report.

Source: High levels of satiety hormone leptin contribute to cardiovascular disease in obese individuals

 

[sityslicker1]

Interesting, so the real threat is leptin not cheeseburgers, large fries and a diet coke?

Obese are leptin resistance. That's why it doesn't do them a bit of good until they get leaner. Instead of pushing more drugs, how about a good diet and weight loss plan.