Cannabinoid receptor drugs

ScienceDaily (Jan. 10, 2008) is reporting that in short-term studies, a drug called taranabant--the second drug designed to fight obesity by blocking cannabinoid receptors in the brain -- seems to cause people to consume fewer calories and burn more.

Researchers report in the January issue of Cell Metabolism, a publication of Cell Press.In the first clinical studies of the experimental drug have revealed that obese people who take it for 12 weeks lose weight, even at very low doses.

Cannabinoid receptors are responsible for the psychological effects of marijuana (Cannabis sativa), and natural "endocannabinoids" are important regulators of energy balance.

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CDC: Balancing Calories: Help Kids Develop Healthy Eating Habits

To help your child maintain a healthy weight, balance the calories your child consumes from foods and beverages with the calories your child uses through physical activity and normal growth.

Remember that the goal for overweight and obese children and teens is to reduce the rate of weight gain while allowing normal growth and development. Children and teens should NOT be placed on a weight reduction diet without the consultation of a health care provider.

Encourage healthy eating habits.