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Delayed post-prandial lipid metabolism in subjects with intra-abdominal visceral fat accumulation.
European journal of clinical investigation - 1 Apr 1999
Taira K, Hikita M, Kobayashi J, Bujo H, Takahashi K, Murano S, Morisaki N, Saito Y
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Individuals with obesity, in particular those with intra-abdominal visceral fat accumulation, are known to have various complications, such as hyperlipidaemia, impaired glucose tolerance, hyperinsulinaemia and hypertension, leading to the development of coronary heart disease. Post-prandial hyperlipidaemia has repeatedly been shown to be an independent risk factor for coronary heart disease. The aim...
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