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“Asian Flush” May Be a Hidden Trigger for Deadly Heart Damage

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“Asian Flush” May Be a Hidden Trigger for Deadly Heart Damage
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A common genetic mutation linked to alcohol intolerance may also play a far more dangerous role in heart disease than previously understood. Around 40% of people of East Asian descent experience alcohol intolerance, often called “Asian Flush Syndrome.” This condition is caused by a variant of the ALDH2 gene. Beyond its effects on alcohol metabolism, [...]

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