The American Journal of Medicine
Volume 121, Issue 5 , Pages 366-370 , May 2008

Endocrine and Metabolic Effects of Fat: Cardiovascular Implications

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doi: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2008.01.032

The American Journal of Medicine
Volume 121, Issue 5 , Pages 366-370 , May 2008

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