Belly fat: A lever to reduce excess fat!

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High calorie diet, lack of physical activity Due to reasons like obesity and fatty liver disease cases are increasing all over the world. Obesity in particular is becoming a major problem. It is a major cause of morbidity and premature death. Heart diseases are increasing due to this problem. In this context, American scientists have identified an enzyme that contributes to the production of fat in the human body. It was discovered that it works like a 'master switch'. It has been concluded that if it is turned off, there will be miraculous health effects. This is the first time its existence has come to light. 

What is an enzyme? 

A gas called nitric oxide is produced naturally in the body. It affects many biological processes. Attaches to proteins and alters their function. Equilibrium is crucial for this gas volume. If it attaches too much or too little to key proteins, health problems are inevitable. In this background, scientists from University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland have identified an enzyme called SCOR2, which has not seen the light of day. 

• This enzyme.. removes nitric oxide from proteins that control fat accumulation. When this gas is removed, the fat production process is switched on. From this it is clear that SCOR2 enzyme is required for fat production. 
• The scientists also tested what happens when SCOR2 is blocked. Along with genetic approaches, tests were also conducted to develop a drug that inhibits the enzyme. 
• When SCOR2 was blocked in mice, the organisms stopped gaining weight. Liver is protected from injuries. The amount of bad cholesterol is also reduced. 

Scientists have said that nitric oxide acts as a natural brake on fat production in different cells. He said that this gas in the liver stops the proteins that produce fat. It has been described as blocking the genetic program that helps make fat-producing enzymes in adipose tissue. The scientists said that the medicine they have developed in this context is useful for treating obesity and heart disease. In addition, it is explained that it can be good for the liver. They are preparing to test it on humans. This process is likely to take 18 months. 

Critical to the body..

Nitric oxide main function is to keep the blood vessels in a relaxed state. This allows more blood, oxygen and nutrients to be delivered through the body. As a result, vital organs get adequate nutrition. Nitric oxide also protects the endothelium lining of blood vessels. If this gas is lacking in the body, blood circulation decreases. This causes problems like fatigue. Nitric oxide production can be increased by eating fruits and vegetables rich in nitrates and antioxidants.