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A comparison study of prevalence, awareness, treatment and control rates of hypertension and associated factors among adults in China and the United States based on national survey data
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KeAi Communications Co.
, 2023 , Article)
ObjectiveThis study compared the prevalence, awareness, treatment and control of hypertension and associated factors in China and the United States (US). MethodsAdult data from nationally representative samples were derived ...
Intermittent fasting favorably modulates adipokines and potentially attenuates atherosclerosis
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Elsevier Inc.
, 2023 , Article)
Adipose tissue is now recognized as an endocrine organ that secretes bioactive molecules called adipokines. These biomolecules regulate key physiological functions, including insulin sensitivity, energy metabolism, appetite ...
Hypoadiponectinemia in obese and diabetic subjects in the State of Qatar
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Karger
, 2008 , Article)
Background: Obesity is commonly associated with insulin resistance (IR), and is a common cause of type 2 diabetes. Adiponectin is an adipose tissue protein that enhances insulin sensitivity and has anti-atherogenic properties. ...