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Introduction of Lipids, saturated/unsaturated, a problem in signaling can…
Introduction of Lipids
overview
fatty acids
carboxylic acid
linear carbon chain
longer chain (>20)
can enter the brain or fat
fatty acid chain length
omega = the number of cabons between the end and the alpha
identification can influence treatment- nutrient deficient? cvd?
omega-3: decrease arachidonic acid in platelet membranes
decrease aggregation
cholesterol
precursor for hormones/vitamines/bile acids
steroids are an example FA
dysfunction of liver/adipose tissue
triglycerides decrease
saturated/unsaturated
flexibility of the molecule
yes/no squish into a receptor
packing
cv disease
a problem in signaling can change receptor function
can be used to change inflammation levels