Fatty acids and chronic low grade inflammation associated with obesity and the metabolic syndrome

Abstract

The metabolic syndrome is a group of obesity associated metabolic conditions that result in increased risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Global increases in obesity rates have led to an increase in metabolic syndrome resulting in a demand for increased understanding of the mechanisms involved. This review examines the relationship between adipose tissue biology, lipid metabolism and chronic low grade inflammation relating to obesity and insulin resistance.

Keywords: Fatty acids; Inflammation; Metabolic syndrome; Obesity.