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A Chronic High-Intensity Interval Training and Diet-Induced Obesity Model to Maximize Exercise Effort and Induce Physiologic Changes in Rats
Published on: April 28, 2023
Focus on diet and exercise
Abstract:
Research-based lifestyle choices can help us live healthier lives, and in this issue of Cell Metabolism, we showcase articles focused on diet and exercise interventions. Here, we take a moment to learn about the motivation and challenges behind these studies and look forward to the next steps in applying these interventions to promote metabolic health.
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