Soy isoflavone prodrugs target CB1 receptor to protect blood vessels from atherosclerosis

A research team at National Taiwan University found that abnormal blood flow activates CB1 receptors in endothelial cells, promoting vascular inflammation and dysfunction. Soy-derived isoflavone prodrugs that inhibit CB1 may help protect blood vessels and prevent atherosclerosis.

This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

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