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Pectin supplementation in rats mitigates age‐related impairment in insulin and leptin sensitivity independently of reducing food intake

Mariona Palou, Juana Sánchez, Francisco García‐Carrizo, Andreu Palou, Catalina Picó

Molecular Nutrition & Food Research · 2015 · 41 citations · 31 references

Abstract

Ten percent pectin supplementation for 1 month in adult rats decreases body-fat content and ameliorates age-related insulin and leptin resistance more intensely than what could be attributed to the decrease in energy intake, overall contributing to better metabolic health.

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