High-density lipoprotein (HDL) decreased

Etiology

  • Obesity
  • "Metabolic syndrome" (insulin resistance, hypertriglyceridemia)
  • Malnutrition
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Cigarette smoking
  • Familial
  • Beta blockers (short-term effect)

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Last updated: December 1, 2014