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Medical Conditions - Leptin Sensitivity

Leptin and its receptors play a vital role in regulating body weight and energy homeostasis. A decrease in tissue sensitivity to leptin may result in the development of obesity and metabolic disorders, which include insulin resistance and dyslipidemia.

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Unlocking the Link: Leptin Resistance and Obesity

Leptin resistance is a condition in which the cells do not respond to the appetite-regulating hormone leptin properly, causing obesity. Read below to know more.

4 min readDecember 28, 2023