Researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Sweden, show that cholesterol metabolism is regulated by bacteria in the small intestine. These findings may be important for the development of new drugs for cardiovascular disease.
The influence of gut bacteria on human health and disease is a rapidly expanding research area. Fredrick Bäckhed's research group is a leader in this field and is investigating how gut bacteria are linked to lifestyle diseases such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
'If future research can identify the specific bacteria that affect FXR signaling in the gut, this could lead to new ways to treat diabetes and cardiovascular disease', says Fredrik Bäckhed, professor at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, who led the study.
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5 comments:
Gives cause for more thought. Didn't someone called Ali B write about this some time ago? I will have to see if I can find it.
Kate
Look at the article dated 27 Sept 2012 great to read
Paul B
Hi Paul B thanks for this. I had found it by using the search facility. It might be of use if the article could be bumped up or whatever you call it as others may want to read it.
Kate
To Paul B and Kate
I will get the threads up as a new thread tomorrow. AliB is a very clever person. Railroaded off at DCUK and the ETYM forum.
Regards Eddie
That will be great. Perhaps Ali B may comment on the blog or give you an interesting link to research she may know of. It is nice to have different articles, ideas and views to exchange.
Kate
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