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Table 1 Macronutrient composition of study diets (g/100 g)

From: The long-term ingestion of a diet high in extra virgin olive oil produces obesity and insulin resistance but protects endothelial function in rats: a preliminary study

Component g/100 g

Control diet

EVOO

Margarine

High-fat diet

High-fat diet

Protein

23.0

17.25

17.25

Carbohydrate

48.7

36.53

36.53

Total fat

4.5

28.37

28.37

Fat from chow

4.5

3.37

3.37

EVOO

-

25.0

-

Margarine

-

-

25.0

Fiber

6.0

4.5

4.5

Minerals

7.0

5.3

5.3

Vitamins

1.0

0.75

0.75

Moisture

10.0

7.5

7.5

  1. EVOO extra virgin olive oil.