Health Studies

A study published in the journal Food & Function showed that consuming quinoa grains contributes to reducing fat accumulation in the liver and improving metabolic indicators associated with fatty liver disease. Researchers conducted a 12-week trial, and tissue analysis revealed that quinoa inhibits the accumulation of fat droplets in liver cells. This effect is likely due to the suppression of the PPARY-PLIN2 signaling pathway, which is responsible for fat formation and storage. Furthermore, laboratory animals that consumed quinoa showed a decrease in the activity of genes responsible for fatty acid synthesis. The study’s authors believe that quinoa grains can be considered a promising food product for the prevention and management of fatty liver disease, opening new horizons in the field of therapeutic nutrition. Health experts note that quinoa is a rich source of plant-based protein and essential amino acids necessary for food metabolism in the body, as well as being rich in fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron, which are essential elements for the proper functioning of various organs. Source: Lenta.ru