Leptin Concentration, Obesity, and Plasma Non-esterified Fatty Acid Levels in Children

• Main Authors: Claudia Vales-Villamarín (Author), Henar Ortega-Senovilla (Author), Olaya de Dios (Author), Iris Pérez-Nadador (Author), Teresa Gavela-Pérez (Author), Leandro Soriano-Guillén (Author), Carmen Garcés (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z.
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The association between obesity and higher non-esterified fatty acid (NEFA) levels has been established in adults. In contrast, lower NEFA levels have been described in children with obesity although the reason behind this association remains unclear. Leptin, which regulates body weight and plays a...