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Kojic acid repurposing as a pancreatic lipase inhibitor and the optimization of its production from a local Aspergillus oryzae soil isolate.
Author: El-HalawanyAli Mahmoud, El-KoranySarah Mohamed, HelmyOmneya Mohamed, RagabYasser El-Mohammadi, ZedanHamdallah Hafez
Original Abstract of the Article :
Obesity and its related diseases are increasing worldwide. One of the best therapeutic strategies for obesity management is through the inhibition of pancreatic lipase (PL) enzyme. So far orlistat is the only FDA approved PL inhibitor, but with unpleasant side effects. New efficacious anti-obesity d...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7532584/
データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）
Kojic Acid: A Potential Oasis in the Desert of Obesity
The vast desert of obesity is a growing concern, with researchers constantly seeking new weapons to combat this pervasive health issue. This study, like a caravan venturing into uncharted territory, investigates the potential of kojic acid, a naturally occurring compound, as a novel inhibitor of pancreatic lipase, an enzyme that plays a crucial role in fat digestion.
The researchers, like skilled alchemists, explored the potential of kojic acid as a pancreatic lipase inhibitor. They delved into the intricate world of microbial metabolites, seeking to identify promising candidates for anti-obesity therapies. They successfully isolated and identified a strain of Aspergillus oryzae from soil samples, a microbe that produces kojic acid with significant pancreatic lipase inhibitory activity.
A Novel Approach to Obesity Treatment
This study, like a hidden spring in the desert, reveals the potential of kojic acid as a novel anti-obesity agent. The researchers demonstrated its efficacy in inhibiting pancreatic lipase, suggesting that this compound could play a role in reducing fat absorption and promoting weight loss.
Kojic Acid: A Potential Solution for Obesity
This research offers a glimmer of hope in the fight against obesity. By targeting pancreatic lipase, kojic acid, like a clever camel navigating a challenging terrain, could potentially help individuals manage their weight and improve their overall health.
Dr. Camel's Conclusion
This study offers a promising new avenue for combating obesity. Kojic acid, a naturally occurring compound, has emerged as a potential pancreatic lipase inhibitor, suggesting its potential to contribute to weight loss. Like a caravan discovering a new oasis, this research provides a novel approach to obesity treatment, offering a glimmer of hope in the fight against this pervasive health issue.
Date :
- Date Completed 2021-09-07
- Date Revised 2021-09-07
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