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Baseline characteristics
| Entire cohort (n = 13) | BMI >25 kg/m2 (n = 8) | |
|---|---|---|
| Age (yr) | 45 ± 3 | 48 ± 4 |
| Race [n (%)] | ||
| White | 10 (77%) | 7 (88%) |
| African American | 2 (15%) | 1 (12%) |
| Other | 1 (8%) | 0 |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 27.3 ± 1.2 | 30.1 ± 1.1 |
| Waist circumference (cm) | 95 ± 4 | 102 ± 4 |
| VAT area (cm2) | 110 ± 20 | 148 ± 21 |
| Fat by DEXA (%) | 21 ± 2 | 25 ± 2 |
Values are mean ± sem.
