Application of betaine in the prevention and treatment of metabolic disorders
Betaine is an important nutrient which has been widely used in animal nutritional support,and its value in human health is well recognized.Most of the betaine is ingested through food.It also can be converted by choline in the body.Betaine can maintain theosmotic pressure of the body's tissues,reduce plasma homocysteine levels and improve mitochondrial function,it is an important vitamin in the treatment of hyperhomocysteinemia.It is also effectire to prevent and treat obesity,insulin resistance,cardio-cerebrovascular diseases,fatty liver and renal failure.A number of studies have proved the important role of betaine in the prevention and treatment of metabolic disorders,and verified the safety of betaine.Betaine will have wide application prospects.