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Insulin resistance and endothelial dysfunction in smokers: effects of vitamin C.

Authors :
Hirai, Nobutaka
Kawano, Hiroaki
Source :
American Journal of Physiology. Sep2000 Part 2 of 2, Vol. 279 Issue 3, pH1172. 7p. 3 Charts, 8 Graphs.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Studies the effects of vitamin C on insulin resistance and endothelial dysfunction in smokers. Results of oral glucose tolerance tests; Influence of vitamin C on flow-mediated dilation of the brachian artery and plasms thiobarbituric acid-reactive substance; Induction of endothelium-dependent vasodilation by insulin.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00029513
Volume :
279
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
American Journal of Physiology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
3630210