Alterações neuroendócrinas e exercício físico na obesidade

Abstract

Obesity is considered a metabolic dysfunction and has grown much in recent years. Dietary habits, physical inactivity, genetic and hormonal problems are the main causes of obesity. The big concern about obesity is related to the onset of diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes. Exercise has been used as non-pharmacological treatment, but in isolation comparing corporal cause minor changes to the physical training associated with a control diet. The study aims to show, by reference survey, the prevalence of obesity in Brazil and the word, classifications and types of obesity, hormonal changes and functions involved in this process, mechanisms responsible for satiety and finally report as physical activity can contribute to the change of adiposity of the population.