Table 1 The metabolic parameters after 12-week of ND or HFD consumption.

From: Vagus Nerve Stimulation Exerts the Neuroprotective Effects in Obese-Insulin Resistant Rats, Leading to the Improvement of Cognitive Function

Metabolic parameters

12-week ND

12-week HFD

Body weight (g)

475.55 ± 7.92

544.34 ± 5.83*

Food intake (g/day)

21.90 ± 1.30

21.15 ± 0.87

Plasma glucose (mg/dl)

131.25 ± 6.82

127.47 ± 5.04

Plasma insulin (ng/ml)

2.76 ± 0.34

5.87 ± 0.55*

HOMA index

23.76 ± 5.74

33.83 ± 4.53*

  1. *p < 0.05 in comparison with ND group.
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