Assessing associations of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and degree of obesity with insulin-resistance.

Published: Jan 1, 2013
Abstract
Author(s): Rajagopal, Amutha | Abstract: Background : Obesity and poor cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) are strong predictors of insulin resistance. The mechanisms underpinning the beneficial effects of CRF on insulin action, however, are not fully understood. Several weight loss intervention trials have suggested that while improving CRF is associated with better insulin sensitivity in adolescents and adults, this association is no longer...
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Title
Assessing associations of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and degree of obesity with insulin-resistance.
Published Date
Jan 1, 2013
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