Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2010;26(9):827-829

doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1000-6699.2010.09.029

Trans fatty acids and metabolic syndrome

Qiang PENG ; Hai SU

Keywords

Trans fatty acids; Metabolic syndrome; Insulin resistance; Visceral obesity; Cardiovascular disease

Country

China

Language

Chinese

Abstract

There is a close relationship between high trans fatty acids intake and occurrence of metabolic syndrome. Trans fatty acids intake may lead to metabolic disorders. It affects lipid level, induces visceral obesity and insulin resistance, triggers systemic inflammation, and significantly increases cardiometabolic risks. If the chain of trans fatty acids-metabolic syndrome-cardiovascular disease is understood, a new effective way to prevent metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular events may be provided.