anyone heard of TOFA?

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TOFA is 5-(tetradecyloxy)-2-furoic acid. This is an experimental, highly specific acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC) enzyme inhibitor. It is currently only manufactured by specialized medical research suppliers (like Cayman Chemical) explicitly for laboratory testing on cells or animals.

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Experimental compound helps burn fat without muscle loss



A decades-old compound may point to a new way of treating obesity by making the body burn more energy rather than simply reducing appetite. In mice, TOFA increased energy use by as much as 18%, reduced body fat without significant muscle loss, and improved blood sugar, triglycerides, and fatty...

www.sciencedaily.com
 
I read the article yesterday, quick lookup suggested it was not a readily available substance as a supplement etc , so not practical to consider getting and trying it, or more extensive research, or at least not yet.
 
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