Chinese researchers have created edible microfers based on green tea, e vitamin and algae, which prevent the absorption of fat in the intestines. The first tests on rats showed that a new approach to weight loss could be a safer alternative to surgery or medicine, the American chemical company (ACS) reports.
The methods of combating obesity are often associated with risks. For example, baraty surgery is considered effective, but invasive intervention. Medications reduce the absorption of fat, but can cause serious side effects, including liver and kidney damage.
To avoid such problems, the team synthesize herbal microfers. Green tea polyphenols and vitamin E are a kernel that connects fat molecules, and polymer, which is obtained from algae, protects the structure from decay in the acidic environment of stomach. After appearing in the bowels, the regiments widen and begin to "catch" fats, naturally removing them from the body.
"Our microfers operate directly in the intestines, with a mild and non-invasive way of absorbing fat," said Yue Wu.
When the tests were performed on the rats of high fatty diet (60% of calories), the animals received by micro-sentence lost about 17% of their body weight in one month. The injury of fat tissue and liver has decreased, and the amount of fat excreted with the istress has increased. At the same time, there were no side effects of rats.
Scientists have already started cooperating with the biotechnology company, to produce micersphones on a large scale and have started a clinical trial, which has participated in 26 people.
According to the authors, the first results of testing on people can appear within a year. If the technology is proven effectively and safely, the micro-driven can be released as ordinary food supplements.
Translation of: Euromedia24.com
