Postprandial Lipemia Following 24 Hours Of Overeating And A Single Treadmill Walk

After eating a meal, there is an increase in the number of lipids in the blood known as postprandial lipemia (PPL). While an increase of triglycerides (TG) is expected, prolonged levels can have adverse effects on the cardiovascular system. Fortunately, it is well established that exercise attenuates PPL; however, limited published literature exists on the impact of differing energy states on acute exercise’s ability to reduce PPL. PURPOSE: To...