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NTU Scientists Develop Gut-Based Compound That Blocks Fat Absorption Safely
Key Takeaways
- NTU researchers develop an oral gut-based compound that blocks fat absorption without entering systemic circulation
- The compound works by blocking intestinal fat receptors and promoting beneficial gut bacteria that produce short-chain fatty acids
- Animal models showed less weight gain on high-fat diets, with a commercialization path starting as a supplement
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DT Editorial Team··3 min read·via medicalxpress.com