A ketone body, produced during fat breakdown, may improve heart health by enhancing blood flow, study finds.

A scientist has found that a ketone body, β-hydroxybutyrate (3-OHB), which the liver produces when breaking down fat, can improve blood flow to the heart. This discovery, published in a leading heart journal, could lead to new treatments for heart disease. The research suggests that heart cells using 3-OHB as an energy source can enhance blood flow, potentially improving outcomes for patients with heart conditions.

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