Obesity and Cardiovascular Risk After Quitting Smoking: The Latest Evidence

Smoking cessation is one of the most effective ways to reduce cardiovascular risk. However, weight gain and abdominal obesity generally occur after quitting smoking, as a result of nicotine withdrawal. Obesity increases various inflammatory markers, and weight gain after smoking cessation temporaril...

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Main Authors: Koji Hasegawa, Maki Komiyama, Yuko Takahashi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Radcliffe Medical Media 2019-01-01
Series:European Cardiology Review
Online Access:https://www.ecrjournal.com/articles/obesity-and-cardiovascular-risk-after-quitting-smoking-latest-evidence