Physical activity is associated with flow-mediated dilatation in females

Impairment of vascular endothelial function is an early sign of atherosclerosis. An active lifestyle is suggested to be positively associated with favorable endothelial function as opposed to a sedentary lifestyle.

Source: Artery Research - November 24, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Ulrika Ferberg, Katya Matusevich, Gabriella Eliason, Maria Fernstom, Anita Hurtig-Wennlof Source Type: research