| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10306530 | Psychoneuroendocrinology | 2009 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Our data reveal a strong association of obesity with chronic low-grade inflammation in premenopausal women. This pro-inflammatory state, together with altered neuroendocrine and cardiovascular stress responsiveness, may conceivably constitute one of the mechanisms linking psychological stress and the long-term health risks associated with obesity.
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Authors
S. Benson, P.C. Arck, S. Tan, K. Mann, S. Hahn, O.E. Janssen, M. Schedlowski, S. Elsenbruch,