Reduced plasma concentrations of alpha-tocopherol and beta-carotene in obese boys.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
Plasma alpha-tocopherol and beta-carotene concentrations were significantly lower in obese boys than in control subjects (medians: 3.41 versus 7.46 mg/L and 0.038 versus 0.078 mg/L, respectively, p < 0.05). The differences remained significant after correction for lipidemia. These reduced plasma concentrations of the major lipid-soluble antioxidants in obese children may add to the increased risk of cardiovascular disease in obesity.
Medical subject headings
- Obesity
- Vitamin E
- beta Carotene