Biology of Fatty Acids : Biochemical, Nutritional and Pharmacological Functions

著者名：Keshawa PhD, E. P. Meran (EDT)/Cho PhD, Somi Kim (EDT)

Academic Press（2025/11/25発売）

• 言語：ENG
• ISBN：9780443332968
• eISBN：9780443332975

Description

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.- An overview of the role of fatty acids in health and disease.- Insights into the role of fatty acids in biochemistry, nutrition and pharmacology.- Exploration of emerging plant-based sources of fatty acids and extraction techniques.- The potential of fatty acids in disease treatment and their role as biomarkers.

Table of Contents

Introduction1. Role of Rice Lipids/Oil in Human Nutrition and Health: Special Reference to Sri Lankan Rice2. Underutilized plant oil sources: Fatty acid composition, physicochemical properties, applications, and health benefits3. Dietary trends, sources of fatty acids, and their impact on human health4. Anti-inflammatory and Immune Functions of Fatty Acids5. Nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids6. An overview of the biological and nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids.7. Unlocking the Potential of Short-Chained Fatty Acids Derived from Dietary Fiber as Key Nutritional Regulators8. Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Lipid Extraction9. Fatty acid extraction and isolation methods10. Dietary Fatty Acids Regulate Mitochondrial Function11. Fatty acids as disease biomarkers12. Exploring Short-Chain Fatty Acids: Sources, Metabolism, and Immunomodulatory Roles13. Toxicological Evaluation of Fatty Acids14. Fatty acids in natural sources15. Overview of conjugated and unconjugated fatty acids and their biological impacts16. Comparative Evaluation of Fatty Acids from Natural Sources17. Dietary Fatty Acids and Their Functions18. Techniques in Fatty Acid Isolation: Methods, Applications, and Sustainable Practices19. Fatty acids metabolic dysfunction in Parkinson's Disease20. Recent Advances in Developing Synthetic Fatty Acid Synthase Inhibitors for Anticancer Therapy