Lipoamide dehydrogenase

Lipoacyltransferase (LAD) or lipoamide dehydrogenase is an enzyme involved in the metabolism of fatty acids in the human body. This substance is mostly found in animals and is actively used by them to digest fats and store them for periods of fasting.

Enzymes like this help the body to properly use stored fats to release energy, so it is very important to monitor the amount in order to avoid a strong decrease or increase in enzyme levels. Because of this, violations can lead to bad consequences, one of which is rickets. Rickets is a disease in which a metabolic disorder between calcium and phosphorus occurs, which can lead to a significant deficiency in the body. During this time, children do not even grow and may even die.

Adults can also suffer from a similar disease, but it manifests itself due to an unbalanced diet with a lack of fatty foods, both in their pure form and when they are lacking in food, for example, the lack of fish in the diet. Because of this, bone pain and other problems are observed, especially in bone tissue. To correct them, the diet must contain foods high in fatty acids, such as fatty fish, beef, pork, etc., as well as fruits and vegetables containing carbohydrates. Also, do not forget about drinking regime and avoiding alcohol.