Scientists at the University of California San Diego found that a diet low in the amino acid methionine reversed aging-related obesity in mice. Research published in the journal aging.
Fifteen male mice 12-18 months old with age-related obesity were divided into three groups. Group 1 was given a normal diet and also injected with bacterial cells twice daily. coli (Escherichia coli) through the gastric tube. Group 2 was given a normal diet and also injected bacteria via gastric tube twice daily. colisecretes an enzyme that breaks down methionine (methioninase). Methionine intake of group 3 was restricted.
Following methioninase-producing bacteria or a methionine-deficient diet lowered blood methionine levels and resulted in significant weight loss within 14 days. At the same time, the effect was more pronounced in the group that received food with a reduced methionine content.
The approach used by the scientists could be an effective method to combat senile obesity, but needs to be tested in larger trials, including those involving humans.
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