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Skin bacteria could protect against disease |
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Skin bacteria could protect against disease
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Darrell Miller | 11/22/16 |
Date:
November 22, 2016 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller
(support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Skin bacteria could protect against disease
Propionibacterium acnes is a common bacteria found on human skin. Recent studies have discovered that this microorganism secretes a protein called RoxP that has been found to protect the human body from oxidative stress from UV radiation. Psoriasis, dermatitis, and skin cancer are all believed to be influenced by UV radiation, so RoxP could be the answer to helping prevent these conditions. Based on further studies of the protein, we could someday see it added to sunscreens and other ointments to help prevent and treat skin diseases.
Key Takeaways:
- "The name originates from the fact that the bacterium was first discovered on a patient with severe acne. But whether it causes acne is uncertain -- it may have been present merely because it is so common,"
- This protein protects against what is known as oxidative stress, a condition in which reactive oxygen species damage cells.
- A common cause of oxidative stress on the skin is UV radiation from the sun.
""The name originates from the fact that the bacterium was first discovered on a patient with severe acne. But whether it causes acne is uncertain -- it may have been present merely because it is so common,""
Reference:
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/11/161111120735.htm
