Study shows direct link between leptin and obesity-related cardiovascular disease

Obese people who don't have high cholesterol or diabetes might think they're healthy – despite the extra pounds. But new Ohio University research suggests that obesity raises levels of the hormone leptin, which can be as big a threat to the cardiovascular system as cholesterol.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news145543187.html">Study shows direct link between leptin and obesity-related cardiovascular disease</a></p> <p>Obese people who don't have high cholesterol or diabetes might think they're healthy – despite the extra pounds. But new Ohio University research suggests that obesity raises levels of the hormone leptin, which can be as big a threat to the cardiovascular system as cholesterol.</p>