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Researchers Identify Cause of Heart Failure in Individuals With Obesity
The finding paves way for new treatments.
The surprising discovery was made when researchers from Australia’s Deakin University examined the effects of amyloid beta in mice, and found that it directly affected the heart’s function. Jo Panuwat D / shutter stock
A common protein associated with the brain has been found to accumulate in the heart cells of obese individuals, a study has found.
The unexpected discovery was made when researchers from Australia’s Deakin University examined the effects of amyloid beta in mice and found that it directly affected the heart’s function.
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Henry Jom is a reporter for The Epoch Times, Australia, covering a range of topics, including medicolegal, health, political, and business-related issues. He has a background in the rehabilitation sciences and is currently completing a postgraduate degree in law. Henry can be contacted at [email protected]
