Adrenergic modulation of lipolysis was determined in obese and lean women. Epinephrine
was infused alone, or in combination with propranolol, or with phentolamine. In both
obese and lean subjects slight α- and prevalent β-adrenergic lipolytic responsiveness
was observed.
α-adrenergic blockade by yohimbine potentiated lipolysis and exercise energy expenditure.
Yohimbine application during the slimming treatment increased weight loss without
side effects.
Obesity
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Lipolysis
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Energy Expenditure
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Adrenergic Modulation
