Author: Jesse Cheng-lin ChowPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Hormonal and Nutritional Regulation of Insulin-like Growth Factor-I and Binding Protein Expression
Author: Jesse Cheng-lin ChowPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
IGF and Nutrition in Health and Disease
Author: M. Sue HoustonPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1592597955
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 363
Book Description
A benchmark review on how specific nutrients or adverse nutritional states impact the components of the IGF (Insulin-like Growth Factor) system and affect human health and disease. The authors describe the fundamentals of the IGF system, explain its basic mechanisms of action, illuminate its essential role in physical development across the life span, and highlight the link between normal and abnormal cellular growth resulting in tumor formation. They also fully examine the clinical aspects of nutrition and IGF, from pre- and postnatal development through old age, in the maintenance of normal metabolism, bone, and muscle health, and their role in pathological states. Special attention is given to critical illness, diabetes, gastrointestinal diseases, kidney failure, endocrine dysfunctions, cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders, and cancer, as well as to their potential for IGF therapy.
Insulin-like Growth Factors
Author: Derek LeRoithPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 9780849357121
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
During the past decade, the continued interest in insulin-related growth factors has been documented by a plethora of research programs and publications focused on these growth factors. Both molecular and cellular biological techniques have improved and enabled investigators to study the properties of the growth factors in depth. This volume covers the molecular (genetic) aspects of the growth factors, their binding proteins and receptors, as well as those factors affecting their gene transcription and translation. In addition, aspects of the cellular action of these growth factors through their receptors and how this impacts normal cellular function are discussed. The book will provide valuable information for researchers in physiology, biology, endocrinology, and metabolism.
Regulation of the Hepatic Insulin-like Growth Factor-I System by Nutrition and Dexamethasone
Author: Karen Renee KritschInsulin-like Growth Factors and Cancer
Author: Derek LeRoithPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 146140598X
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
The book will detail the history, successes, and failures of targeted therapies for cancer, with a particular focus on IGF systems and cancer.
Nutritional and Environmental Modulation of the Endocrine System: Effects on Metabolism and Growth
Author: Oliana CarnevaliPublisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2889630196
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
The present eBook is the result of the Frontiers Research Topic entitled “Nutritional and environmental modulation of the endocrine system: effects on metabolism and growth”. It contains 12 chapters, comprising 7 original research articles, 3 reviews, and 2 minireviews. The objective of the Research Topic was to provide a multidisciplinary approach of cutting-edge research on metabolism and growth aiming to address key questions about the interplay between nutritional, environmental or other external factors (i.e. temperature or pollutants) and signals modulating feed intake with the endocrine system, regulating these processes. Evidences about the molecular principle behind the complex interactions of all these factors on the control of the endocrine and nervous systems regulating the metabolic process are presented. The knowledge provided by this eBook focusing in cells, model organisms and farmed species, have highlighted the importance of dietary and environmental factors, and their interactions with the endocrine system to regulate growth and metabolism.
Growth Hormone in Adults
Author: Anders JuulPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521641883
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 536
Book Description
This revised new edition reviews the substantial advances in our understanding of the vital role of growth hormone (GH) in maintaining adult health, and the resulting disorders from GH deficiency. The first edition, published in 1996, provided a pioneering overview of the subject; this new edition provides an even more comprehensive account, fully updated with the latest research, clinical applications, and references. The therapeutic benefits of GH treatment in GH deficiency are thoroughly evaluated, including effects on metabolism, cardiac function, exercise performance, psychosocial aspects, and aging and gender-specific effects. This compilation by the world's leading experts covers clinical investigation, diagnosis and treatment issues, and encompasses new knowledge of the control and action of GH secretion. This volume is the most authoritative, comprehensive, and detailed account available and will be an essential source of reference for all endocrinologists.
The Insulin-like Growth Factors and Insulin-like Growth Factor Binding Proteins in Lactating Cows
Author: Mark A. McGuireHormonal Proteins and Peptides
Author: Choh Hao LiPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Peptide hormones
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
The Role of Protein and Amino Acids in Sustaining and Enhancing Performance
Author: Institute of MedicinePublisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309172810
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
It is a commonly held belief that athletes, particularly body builders, have greater requirements for dietary protein than sedentary individuals. However, the evidence in support of this contention is controversial. This book is the latest in a series of publications designed to inform both civilian and military scientists and personnel about issues related to nutrition and military service. Among the many other stressors they experience, soldiers face unique nutritional demands during combat. Of particular concern is the role that dietary protein might play in controlling muscle mass and strength, response to injury and infection, and cognitive performance. The first part of the book contains the committee's summary of the workshop, responses to the Army's questions, conclusions, and recommendations. The remainder of the book contains papers contributed by speakers at the workshop on such topics as, the effects of aging and hormones on regulation of muscle mass and function, alterations in protein metabolism due to the stress of injury or infection, the role of individual amino acids, the components of proteins, as neurotransmitters, hormones, and modulators of various physiological processes, and the efficacy and safety considerations associated with dietary supplements aimed at enhancing performance.