Endocrine Abstracts

Menopause is a physiological condition associated with an important change in the hormonal status, an adverse lipid profile and cardiovascular risk. Apolipoproteins are proteins that bind to lipids to transport them. Apolipoprotein intestine synthesis is regulated principally by the fat content of the diet, while in the liver by dietary composition, hormones, alcohol intake and lipid lowering drugs. Are they changed due to aging? Do they interfere in the hormonal changes?<...