| BMI | Body mass index |
| CRP | C-reactive protein |
| DO | Dropout group |
| FBG | Fasting blood glucose |
| FC | Full cohort |
| GGT | Gamma-glutamyl transferase |
| HBA1c | Glycosylated hemoglobin |
| LDL | LDL cholesterol |
| NW | Normal weight |
| OB | Obese |
| OW | Overweight |
| PHLS | Pure Health 2K Longevity Study |
| UAE | United Arab Emirates |
| UW | Underweight |