Biology of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases

Chaya Gopalan, Erik Kirk
Elsevier S&T
268 pages
ISBN: 9780128234211
January 2022

Written in a concise and easy to read manner, this book allows readers to gain an understanding on a number of topics, including cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology and how it relates to the development of insulin resistance, diabetes and other metabolic diseases. The book also highlights the relevance of obesity in the development of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases and emphasizes the benefits of exercise as a preventative measure and way to treat underlying conditions.