Metabolic profile in two physically active Inuit groups consuming either a western or a traditional Inuit diet

Metabolic profile in two physically active Inuit groups consuming either a western or a traditional Inuit diet

Objectives: To evaluate the effect of regular physical activity on metabolic risk factors and blood pressure in Inuit with high BMI consuming a western diet (high amount of saturated fatty acids and carbohydrates with a high glycemic index). Study design: Cross sectional study, comparing Inuit eatin...

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Main Authors: Thor Munch-Andersen, David B. Olsen, Hans Søndergaard, Jens R. Daugaard, Anette Bysted, Dirk L. Christensen, Bengt Saltin, Jørn W. Helge
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2012-03-01
Series:International Journal of Circumpolar Health
Subjects:
insulin resistance
physical activity
metabolic syndrome
Online Access:http://www.circumpolarhealthjournal.net/index.php/ijch/article/view/17342/pdf_1

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