Effect of moderate alcohol consumption on adipokines and insulin sensitivity in lean and overweight men: a diet intervention study

Objective: Moderate alcohol consumption is associated with a decreased risk of type II diabetes. This study investigates the effect of moderate alcohol consumption on adipokines and insulin sensitivity. Subjects: Twenty healthy, lean (body mass index (BMI) 18.5¿25 kg/m2; n=11) or overweight (BMI>27 kg/m2; n=9) men (18¿25 years). Methods: Three cans of beer (40 g alcohol) or alcohol-free beer daily during 3 weeks. Results: Adiponectin and ghrelin concentrations increased (