Methods and compositions for the use of D-malic acid to decrease serum triglyceride, cholesterol and lipoprotein levels

摘要

Compositions, methods and uses are provided for treating or preventing cardiovascular disease, including by decreasing serum cholesterol, triglyceride and lipoprotein cholesterol levels in a host that include administering an effective amount of D-malic acid or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, prodrug or pharmaceutically acceptable derivative.