The Claim

Molecular dynamics simulations show that the inulin–iNOS complex has a lower average root-mean-square deviation (2.8 Å) than the inulin–COX-2 complex (3.5 Å), indicating greater structural stability.

Source: Energy expenditure of nonexercise activity.

What the research says

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How it works
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In plain English

Computer simulations show that the molecule inulin binds more tightly to iNOS than to COX-2, based on differences in structural movement during simulation.

See the scientific wording

Molecular dynamics simulations indicate that the inulin–iNOS complex exhibits greater structural stability (average RMSD 2.8 Å) compared to the inulin–COX-2 complex (average RMSD 3.5 Å), suggesting a more stable and potentially more effective molecular interaction.

Why this might work

Inulin binds tightly to the iNOS protein, locking it into a stable shape that prevents it from making nitric oxide. Less nitric oxide means fewer inflammatory signals are sent, which reduces tissue damage in the gut.

Verified mechanismbased on 1 study

What the research says

1 study
  1. Study: Energy expenditure of nonexercise activity.

    Computer simulations show that inulin sticks more tightly and stays more steady when attached to the iNOS protein than to COX-2, which means it’s more likely to work well with iNOS.

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