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| Fat Protein Cuts Blood Vessel Inflammation, May Help Heart, Scientists Find (Science Quote: Fat Protein Cuts Blood Vessel Inflammation, May Help Heart, Scientists Find (Science Daily)
A natural substance from fat cells can protect blood vessels from the damaging effects of inflammation, which contributes to heart disease. Researchers have shown for the first time in an animal model that the substance -- a protein called adiponectin -- helps prevent immune system white blood cells from binding to the inside of blood vessel walls. Harnessing adiponectin's properties may help ... published Fri, 01 Jun 2007 22:06:36 GMT More... | Have a read of the article and post your comments here.
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