Phytoene lowers liver fat in mice, study shows
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: A Tufts University study found that phytoene, a compound found in tomatoes, significantly reduced fat accumulation in the livers of mice. The research, published in a peer‑reviewed journal, examined the effect of phytoene on fatty liver disease, a condition that can progress to inflammation and cirrhosis and affects up to 38 percent of adults. The findings suggest potential for dietary interventions, but researchers note that human trials are needed to confirm the benefit.
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Phytoene found to reduce fatty liver disease in mice, Tufts study finds
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