Posted on 07/01/2023 8:03:16 PM PDT by ConservativeMind
In the latest research, investigators gained insights into how the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein (S protein) impacts with lipid metabolism in the body with implications for COVID-19 infection and mRNA vaccination.
The interaction between the S protein and the high-density lipoprotein (HDL) might also contribute to the adverse effects observed in some individuals following mRNA COVID-19 vaccination.
This omega-6 fatty acid is one of two essential polyunsaturated fatty acids. It had been shown previously that the polyunsaturated fatty acid binds to the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and effectively interferes with binding to a key receptor.
Previous studies had shown that the S protein can remove lipids from model membranes and interfere with lipid removal and exchange processes carried out by HDL.
The latest results suggested that the S protein from the SARS-CoV-2 virus has a stronger ability to remove cholesterol and polyunsaturated lipids compared to saturated and monounsaturated lipids.
Neutron reflectometry experiments revealed the integrity and composition of lipid bilayers when exposed to the S protein and/or HDL.
The study showed that the S protein changes HDL function in a manner that depends on the lipid serum profile of a person.
The results indicated that individuals with low triglycerides and high cholesterol serum levels profile should have a lower tendency to have their lipid metabolism hijacked by the SARS-CoV-2 virus and could present a weaker interaction with the S protein upon COVID-19 illness or vaccination against COVID-19.
The research suggested the S protein may bind to the HDL, potentially interfering with its normal function. The S protein, which is present on the virus surface, may use the same interaction pathway that HDL uses to interact with specific cell membrane receptors.
This interaction between the S protein and HDL may contribute to the adverse effects observed in some individuals following mRNA COVID-19 vaccination.
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This connection appears to explain some issues with people handling the COVID-19 vaccine, as well, but that may just be related to early results and not long COVID.
It’s been established for years low triglycerides and high HDL helps fight inflammation.
No connection between a protocol which kills people and people dying.
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