Plasma Docosahexaenoic Acid and Eicosapentaenoic Acid Concentrations Are Positively Associated with Brown Adipose Tissue Activity in Humans

Brown adipose tissue (BAT) activation is a possible therapeutic strategy to increase energy expenditure and improve metabolic homeostasis in obesity. Recent studies have revealed novel interactions between BAT and circulating lipid species—in particular, the non-esterified fatty acid (NEFA) and oxyl...

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Main Authors: Angie S. Xiang, Corey Giles, Rebecca K.C. Loh, Melissa F. Formosa, Nina Eikelis, Gavin W. Lambert, Peter J. Meikle, Bronwyn A. Kingwell, Andrew L. Carey
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-09-01
Series:Metabolites
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2218-1989/10/10/388