Glycation
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒiˈɫaɪˈkæˌtaɪən/
Glycation (noun)
- A chemical process where sugar molecules attach to proteins or fats, changing their structure and function over time.
- A type of body change linked to high blood sugar, which can contribute to tissue damage and aging effects.
Examples
- Glycation is a sugar-protein change that can affect body tissues.
- The process of glycation can cause a sugar-protein change in cells.