L-arginine and Asymmetric Dimethylarginine (ADMA) and Lifestyle Protocols

The investigators tested the effects on serum Arg and ADMA of a) a single load of ingested dextrose, protein, fat or alcohol, each consumed within 10 minutes; b) a single episode of physical exercise; c) a 12 weeks lifestyle modification program comprised of a standard dietary and physical activity counseling in obese or T2DM subjects on circulating Arg and ADMA (n=43).