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Simvastatin Reduces Insulin Sensitivity in Patients With High Cholesterol
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Although simvastatin improves flow-mediated dilation in hypercholesterolemic patients, the drug reduces adiponectin levels and insulin sensitivity, according to a report in the April issue of Diabetes Care. These effects were not dose-dependent and also did not relate to the magnitude of apolipoprotein B reduction. Reuters Health Information
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Learn about the endocannabinoid system’s role in regulating metabolism and body weight as well as new behavioral strategies and pharmacotherapy for achieving weight loss.
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Obesity Linked to Risk for Colorectal Adenoma
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A retrospective cohort study shows that obesity is associated with the risk for colorectal adenoma, and body weight reduction is suggested to decrease this risk. Medscape Medical News
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