One common fat may fuel type 2 diabetes while another helps fight it
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Type 2 diabetes warning as scientists say the type of fat you eat may be driving your risk
Conversations surrounding diabetes often highlight the perils of sugar, but fat plays just as important a role. Now, new findings suggest that even the source may matter considerably more than how much one consumes.A new review published in Trends in Endocrinology & Metabolism has examined two fatty acids with strikingly different effects on metabolic health."Palmitic acid, a saturated fatty acid widely found in foods, is associated with impaire…
One common fat may fuel type 2 diabetes while another helps fight it
Not all fats affect your body the same way. Researchers found that palmitic acid, a saturated fat common in many foods, may contribute to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes by triggering inflammation, toxic fat buildup, and cellular stress. In contrast, oleic acid—the heart-healthy fat abundant in olive oil—appears to help protect insulin function and may even counter some of the harmful effects of palmitic acid.
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Barcelona reveals that different types of fat have distinct effects on insulin resistance and the risk of type 2 diabetes. The research, published in the journal Trends in Endocrinology & Metabolism, analyzes the impact of palmitic acid and oleic acid on metabolic health. Effects of palmitic acid on insulin resistance: Palmitic acid, a common saturated fat in many foods, has been assoc…
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