Biology of Fatty Acids

Biochemical, Nutritional and Pharmacological Functions
Herausgeber: Keshawa, E P Meran; Cho, Somi Kim

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Biology of Fatty Acids: Biochemical, Nutritional, and Pharmacological Functions offers an in-depth exploration of the vital roles fatty acids play in human health. From their influence on metabolism and immune functions to their potential in disease prevention and treatment, this book covers a wide range of topics. With contributions from leading experts, it examines the latest research on fatty acids in nutrition, emerging plant-based sources, and their pharmacological potential in treating conditions like neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. A must-read for scientists, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in the transformative impact of fatty acids on human health.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Elsevier Science
• Seitenzahl: 350
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. September 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780443332968
• ISBN-10: 0443332967
• Artikelnr.: 72649485

Inhaltsangabe

1. Comparative evaluation of fatty acids from natural sources
2. Biological properties of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids:
Structure-function properties
3. Biological properties of odd- and even-chain fatty acids
4. Nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids
5. Fatty acid synthase inhibitors
6. Fatty acids as epigenetic modulators
7. Fatty acids as diseases biomarkers
8. Toxicological evaluation of fatty acids
9. Dietary fatty acids and their functions
10. Halogenated fatty acids and their biological effects
11. Fatty acids with c-c triple bonds and their biological effects
12. Fatty acid extraction and isolation methods
13. Conclusion and future developments