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Objectively Measured Physical Activity Is Inversely Associated With Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: The Rotterdam Study.

Laurens A van KleefAmy HofmanTrudy VoortmanRobert J de Knegt
Published in: The American journal of gastroenterology (2022)
Physical activity at each intensity is inversely associated with NAFLD prevalence, with larger effects for higher intensities of physical activity. This association is mediated by better metabolic health, mainly lower insulin resistance and waist circumference. Physical activity should therefore be incorporated into NAFLD disease management and prevention programs.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • body mass index
  • insulin resistance
  • public health
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • adipose tissue
  • sleep quality
  • type diabetes
  • high intensity
  • skeletal muscle
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • liver fibrosis