Irisin levels are not affected by physical activity in patients with anorexia nervosa

Irisin was recently identified as muscle-derived hormone that increases energy expenditure. Studies in normal weight and obese subjects reported an increased irisin expression following physical activity, although inconsistent results were observed. Increased physical activity in a subgroup of patie...

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Main Authors: Tobias eHofmann, Ulf eElbelt, Anne eAhnis, Peter eKobelt, Matthias eRose, Andreas eStengel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2014-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Endocrinology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fendo.2013.00202/full