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Glucose regulates lipid metabolism independently of changes in hormone concentrations.
Practitioners should recognize that glucose levels can influence lipid metabolism without hormonal involvement.
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We conclude that glucose regulates lipid metabolism, independently of changes in hormone concentrations.
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The study design supports the conclusion drawn.
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Glucose regulation of lipid metabolism in humans
M. G. Carlson et al. · American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism · 1991
DOI 10.1152/ajpendo.1991.261.6.e815
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