Aims/hypothesis Low-grade inflammation has been implicated in the development of Type 2
diabetes and cardiovascular disease, but its role in the pathogenesis of the metabolic …

Background: Obesity is common in the Western world, and obese persons constitute a
growing population of surgical patients for both bariatric and non-bariatric operations. It is …

In this study adaptations in body composition, physical fitness and metabolic health were
examined during 21 weeks of endurance and/or strength training in 39-to 64-year-old …

Background: This study compared prevalent health utilization and costs for persons with and
without metabolic syndrome and investigated the independent associations of the various …

In men, hypoandrogenism is associated with features of the metabolic syndrome. It is not
known whether men with the metabolic syndrome are at a higher risk of developing …

Objetivo: mensurar a eficácia da perda de peso, analisar a evolução de comorbidades,
investigar a qualidade de vida e avaliar o protocolo BAROS (Bariatric Analysis and …

There is a considerable body of evidence gathered from studies over the past half a century
indicating that a high level of physical activity and a moderately high or high degree of …

Background Obesity and insulin resistance are two major risk factors underlying the
metabolic syndrome. The development of these metabolic disorders is frequently studied …

Objective: To examine the prevalence of the metabolic syndrome in depressive outpatients
and to identify its correlates in depression. Method: This cross-sectional analysis was …

Background: Diets rich in whole-grain cereals and foods with a low glycemic index may
protect against type 2 diabetes, but the underlying molecular mechanisms are unknown …