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The minor allele of the PPARgamma2 pro12Ala polymorphism is associated with lower postprandial TAG and insulin levels in non-obese healthy men.
The British journal of nutrition - 1 May 2007
Helwig Ulf, Rubin Diana, Kiosz Julia, Schreiber Stefan, Fölsch Ulrich R, Nothnagel Michael, Döring Frank, Schrezenmeir Jürgen
Abstract excerpt
The PPARgamma Pro12Ala polymorphism has been associated in several studies with a decreased risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance. Weak hints are available about the influence of PPARgamma Pro12Ala on postprandial metabolism. In 708 men, aged 45 to 65 years the PPARgamma2 Pro12Ala genotypes were determined and postprandial TAG, insulin, glucose and NEFA after a standardized mixed fat meal and...
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