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).
Cystic fibrosis affects the internal organs, especially the lungs and digestive system, which become clogged with thick, sticky mucus. It is caused by a faulty gene that controls the movement of salt and water in and out of cells in the body. Dr Alan Day explains how the disorder is treated.