glycation
Britishnoun
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the bonding of a sugar molecule to a protein or lipid
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a compound produced by such bonding
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"Conversely, fried fast foods, often high in unhealthy fats, trans fats, and advanced glycation end-products, may contribute to inflammation and vascular damage," they add.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026
It also increases the formation of advanced glycation end products, which are molecules formed from sugars that can stiffen blood vessels and increase inflammation.
From Salon ● Jul. 23, 2024
"Once advanced glycation products are formed, they cannot be detoxified," Shanmugam said.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2023
Elevated blood-glucose levels can damage tissue if the glucose bonds with proteins in a process termed glycation, which is linked to a range of health problems in people who have diabetes.
From Nature ● Mar. 20, 2018
Other potentially damaging processes include oxidation and glycation, though the relationship between these processes, stress, and visible aging is gray at best.
From Slate ● Jan. 22, 2013
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