Can Hormones Regulating Appetite be a Major Factor Contributing to Obesity?

Abstract

Obesity is a growing problem throughout the whole world; it is a complex condition
that causes much suffering. There are many factors associated with obesity. Those factors include;
individual genetics, increased food intake, and/or a lack of physical exercise. In addition
hormonal balance plays a very critical role in weight control. There are a number of established
hormonal disorders that is associated with obesity. The most common syndromes include Cushing’s
syndrome and Hypothyroidism.