The anti-catabolic effects of n-3 fatty acids.
The reversal of catabolic processes remains a significant challenge, partly related to the complexity of such processes and our incomplete understanding of the mechanisms involved. The n-3 fatty acids may be able to attenuate catabolism. This review examines the potential sites of action for these fatty acids and the evidence that supports their anti-catabolic properties.
Ross
J A
JA
Lister Research Laboratories, University Department of Surgery, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, UK. j.a.ross@ed.ac.uk
Moses
A G
AG
Fearon
K C
KC
D000818:Animals; D015777:Eicosanoids / Q000096:biosynthesis; D015525:Fatty Acids, Omega-3 / Q000494:pharmacology*; D006801:Humans; D008560:Membrane Fluidity / Q000187:drug effects; D008660:Metabolism / Q000187:drug effects*; D015398:Signal Transduction / Q000235:genetics
D015777:Eicosanoids; D015525:Fatty Acids, Omega-3