Sudden cardiac death (SCD) represents about 25% of deaths in clinical cardiology. The
identification of risk factors for SCD is the philosopher's stone of cardiology and the …

The orexin-A/hypocretin-1 and orexin-B/hypocretin-2 are neuropeptides synthesized by a
cluster of neurons in the lateral hypothalamus and perifornical area. Orexin neurons receive …

The global prevalence of obesity has increased considerably in the last two decades.
Obesity is caused by an imbalance between energy intake (EI) and energy expenditure …

Obesity is a major risk factor for the development of illnesses, such as insulin resistance and
hypertension, and has become a serious public health problem. Mammals have developed …

Historically, obese individuals were believed to have lower energy expenditure (EE) rates
than nonobese individuals (normal and overweight), which, in the long term, would …

Obesity is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease in males and females. Whether
obesity triggers cardiovascular disease via similar mechanisms in both the sexes is …

A healthy adipose tissue (AT) is indispensable to human wellbeing. Among other roles, it
contributes to energy homeostasis and provides insulation for internal organs. Adipocytes …

In the present article, we provide a brief review of current knowledge regarding the effects
induced by physical exercise on hippocampus. Research involving animals and humans …

Background Obesity has been linked to autonomic dysfunction, which is thought to be one of
the main contributors for hypertension, cardiac remodelling and death. Exercise and diet …

It is extremely important for the health to understand the regulatory mechanisms of energy
expenditure. These regulatory mechanisms play a central role in the pathogenesis of body …