weight loss maintenance.When asked about their current eat- ing and exercise habits we fmd, that registry participants report consuming a low-calorie, low-fat diet.
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the respiratory and digestive systems. People with cystic fibrosis inherit a defective gene on chromosome 7 called CFTR (cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator).
Symptoms of cystic fibrosis. The symptoms of cystic fibrosis can vary in severity from person to person. The thick mucus in the body affects a number of organs, particularly the lungs and digestive system. Most cases of cystic fibrosis in the UK are now identified through screening tests carried out early in life, before symptoms appear. Read more about screening for cystic fibrosis.