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Fitness and weight cycling in relation to body fat and insulin sensitivity in normal-weight young women.
Journal of the American Dietetic Association - 1 Feb 2010
Anastasiou Costas A, Yannakoulia Mary, Pirogianni Vassiliki, Rapti Gianna, Sidossis Labros S, Kavouras Stavros A
Abstract excerpt
A direct link has been established between insulin resistance and obesity; however, the influence of body fat content on insulin sensitivity in normal-weight individuals has not been explored. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to examine differences in insulin sensitivity, glycemic control, and blood lipid levels in normal-weight, healthy participants differing in their body fat. Physical activity,...
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