«The genes that were turned on and the presence of inflammatory immune cells in the muscles lacking NAD looked very similar to what we see in DMD.» (sciencedaily.com)
Fat tissue taken from mice on a high - fat diet rich in omega - 3 fatty acids (right) has fewer inflammatory immune cells (shown in green) than fat tissue taken from mice that did not receive the omega - 3 supplement (left). (sciencemag.org)
In previous research, a team led by the same Artyomov showed that inflammatory immune cells called macrophages produce significant amounts of itaconate when they detect bacteria. (medicalnewstoday.com)