Kefir consumption does not alter plasma lipid levels or cholesterol fractional synthesis rates relative to milk in hyperlipidemic men: a randomized controlled trial [ISRCTN10820810]

• Main Authors: Mafu Akier (Author), Chabot Denise (Author), Savard Tony (Author), Farnworth Edward R (Author), St-Onge (Author), Jones Peter JH (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Fermented milk products have been shown to affect serum cholesterol concentrations in humans. Kefir, a fermented milk product, has been traditionally consumed for its potential health benefits but has to date not been studied for its...