Journal of Orthopaedic Research and Surgery, cilt.3, sa.1, ss.1-3, 2022 (Hakemli Dergi)
Background: The study aims to investigate and evaluate the impacts of the physiologic
relation of ghrelin hormone with obesity and exercise
Materials and Methods: In the search for scientific literature related to this review the
US National Library of Medicine (PubMed) used MEDLINE and SportDiscus data and
the terms “ghrelin”, “obesity”, “physical activity” and ‘’ exercise ‘’were used. The
relevant literature has also taken its source from the research of relevant articles from
reference lists derived from data studies.
Results: Obesity is acknowledged as a health problem that is causing worries
worldwide day by day and hence, paves the way for the fact that states, scientists, and
healthcare providers attempt to raise awareness about the factors contributing to the
development of obesity in a person, its effects and results. Exercise is a well-known
treatment method for obesity and weight control. And there are various studies related
to ghrelin hormone and exercise that may show their effects on obesity.
Conclusion: In the light of all these facts, whether ghrelin hormone may be used for
the treatment of obesity is still a question of debate and it remains unclear because
ghrelin levels increase as obese people lose weight, and as a result, they develop
sensitivity towards ghrelin hormone while losing weight.
Keywords: ghrelin; obesity; physical activity; and exercise