Scientists have found a way for mice to eat whatever kind and however much fat in their diets and still not run any risk of getting heart disease. They deleted the gene that produces the enzyme ACAT2, which usually works in the body by converting cholesterol and other fats into forms that stick more easily and sometimes end up causing blocked vessels.Of course, like all studies based on mice, there's no word yet if the same principles will hold true in people. The hope is obviously that it does, and that a drug can be developed to inhibit the enzyme in humans, therefore reducing or maybe even eliminating a person's risk for developing heart disease.
Here's to hoping! That would big.
1. Hi,
I recently purchased a fun product from a company called Simple Memory
Art (www.SimpleMemoryArt.com ) called a 50 Healthy Foods magnet set.
It's a really cool item actually -- it's a magnet set that lists the
major food groups, has them color coded in rainbow-like colors, and
tells you everything about the food -- vitamins, calories, grams of
fat, protein, etc. It's REALLY helpful and it makes my fridge look
happier too!
This product would be a great fit for a review, and I think those that
browse your site will find it to be a really interesting product!
It's perfect for anyone who already maintains a healthy lifestyle and
sees it as a great novelty magnet set to add to their fridge, or for
those looking to eat a little healthier. Here's a direct link to an
image of the product: http://www.simplememoryart.com/shop_MG102.html
Have a great day!
All the best,
Lisa
Posted at 10:21AM on Jun 14th 2007 by dasmars