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Humulin was the first medication produced using modern genetic engineering techniques in which actual human DNA is inserted into a host cell (E. coli in this case). The host cells are then allowed to grow and reproduce normally, and due to the inserted human DNA, they produce a synthetic version of human insulin.
Thiazolidinediones may cause slight weight gain but decrease "pathologic" abdominal fat (visceral fat), and therefore may be prescribed for diabetics with central obesity. [115] Thiazolidinedione has been associated with heart failure and increased cardiovascular risk; so it has been withdrawn from the market in Europe by EMA in 2010. [116]
Weight gain damages the proteins elastin and collagen, which help the skin stay firm and stretchy. So, often times when the weight is lost, the skin isn't able to retract as well as it did before ...
Weight fluctuations of five pounds are more are uncommon among men. Experts explain common sudden weight gain causes, what to do, and when to see a doctor. 12 Common Causes of Sudden Weight Gain
Conditions such as sleep apnea, hypothyroidism, and depression can hinder weight loss and cause weight gain, according to WebMD. "Many medical conditions are associated with weight gain, so it's ...
Lack of sufficient sleep has been suggested as a cause for weight gain or the difficulty in maintaining a healthy weight. [10] Two hormones responsible for regulating hunger and metabolism are leptin, which inhibits appetite and increases energy expenditure, and ghrelin, which increases appetite and reduces energy expenditure. [10]
Steatopygia is the state of having substantial levels of tissue on the buttocks and thighs. This build is not confined to the gluteal regions, but extends to the outside and front of the thighs, and tapers to the knee producing a curvilinear figure.
But serotonin is also involved in your appetite and weight control—and that may cause some people to gain weight when they take an SSRI. “There are a lot of serotonin receptors in the gut ...