Association between qat chewing and dyslipidaemia among young males

ConclusionThis study showed high prevalence of dyslipidaemia among Yemeni male qat chewers. Low HDL-C level was the main lipid variable, followed by hypertriglyceridaemia. Genetic factors, war conditions, physical inactivity, and low-fat traditional Yemeni diet were considered the determinants of the study findings.
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research