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Obesogens

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals that alter lipid metabolism by binding hormone receptors.

Environmental compounds (e.g., bisphenol A, phthalates, tributyltin) thought to promote obesity by activating nuclear receptors (PPARγ, RXR) and dysregulating adipocyte differentiation, appetite, or metabolism.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary

    Environmental compounds (e.g., bisphenol A, phthalates, tributyltin) thought to promote obesity by activating nuclear receptors (PPARγ, RXR) and dysregulating adipocyte differentiation, appetite, or metabolism.