Metabolic effects | - Enhanced insulin sensitivity and insulin-independent glucose uptake
- Improved lipid profile
- Improved HDL cholesterol efflux capacity
- Improved HDL cholesterol antioxidative capacity
- Reduced weight gain
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Hemostatic factors | - Reduced platelet adhesion and aggregation
- Enhanced fibrinolytic activity
- Improved blood viscosity
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Lifestyle factors | - Decreased likelihood of smoking
- Short-term reduction in appetite
- Improvement in symptoms of depression and anxiety
- Possible stress reduction
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