Meal and post-meal period define the postprandial state, which overall cove
rs a little bit more than half daytime period. The post-prandial state is c
haracterized by transient plasma variations in carbohydrates, lipids and ho
rmones in direct relation with nutrient intake. These variations have an im
pact on the metabolism of several tissues.
The post-prandial state in type 2 diabetic patients is considered as a cruc
ial period, mainly due to the tissular toxicity of glucose. The established
links between hyperglycemia and the rise of triglycerides-enriched particu
les can favor atherogenesis.