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Low-carbohydrate conditions resulted in twofold higher free fatty acid concentrations compared to high-carbohydrate conditions.
Practitioners should note that low-carbohydrate diets can lead to increased free fatty acid levels, which may influence fat metabolism.
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FFA concentrations were twofold higher after LOW- vs. HIGH-CHO (P < 0.05).
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The study design includes controlled dietary conditions and measurements.
Source
Regulation of metabolic genes in human skeletal muscle by short-term exercise and diet manipulation
Melissa J. Arkinstall et al. · American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism · 2004
DOI 10.1152/ajpendo.00557.2003
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