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Liver Proteins Released in Timed Waves by Body Clock
6 Feb
Summary
- Liver releases proteins in timed waves, linked to the body's 24-hour clock.
- Disruptions from shift work or irregular eating affect liver function.
- Timing of meals critically maintains the liver's natural protein secretion rhythm.
Scientists have discovered that the liver releases proteins into the bloodstream in distinct waves, synchronized with the body's circadian rhythm. This challenges the long-held belief that protein secretion occurs at a steady pace.
The research indicates that daily routine disruptions, including shift work and irregular meal schedules, can negatively affect liver function. The liver possesses its own internal 24-hour clock that governs the rhythmic release of proteins.
Maintaining healthy rhythms is closely tied to the timing of food intake. Individuals with regular meal patterns showed healthy rhythms, whereas those consuming nutritional drinks hourly lost this natural rhythm.
Understanding the liver's internal clock may transform our knowledge of nutrition, shift work, and disease prevention. This study offers the first molecular-level explanation of how protein secretion rhythms form and how daily habits influence them, potentially linking to conditions such as obesity.
