Research on the role of fatty acids in cancer prevention and treatment

1He Yannan,2Zhao Feng,3Liu Yinghua

Electronic Journal of Metabolism and Nutrition of Cancer ›› 2024, Vol. 11 ›› Issue (4) : 473-479.

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Electronic Journal of Metabolism and Nutrition of Cancer ›› 2024, Vol. 11 ›› Issue (4) : 473-479.

Research on the role of fatty acids in cancer prevention and treatment

  • 1He Yannan,2Zhao Feng,3Liu Yinghua
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The correlation between dietary intake and fatty acid profile within the human body significantly impacts tumor development. Carbohydrates proteins and fats influence fatty acid metabolism. Adjusting dietary fatty acid including palmitic acid intake and unsaturated fatty acid consumption may improve the gastrointestinal anti - inflammatory milieu and overall health. An increased intake of leafy greens supplies alpha-linolenic acid and enriches dietary fiber thereby supporting the diversity and balance of the gut microbiota. Elevating ω-3 fatty acid levels has been shown to optimize gut flora reduce inflammation and decrease tumor risk. Conversely a high dietary proportion of ω - 6 fatty acids may exacerbate intestinal inflammation and potentially facilitate tumorigenesis. ω- 3 PUFAs inhibit tumor cell proliferation and promote apoptosis mitigating tumor risk by antagonizing the pro - inflammatory effects of ω-6 PUFAs. Managing the ratios of ω-6 ∶ ω-3 and arachidonic acid ∶ EPA helps reducing the incidence of chronic diseases and tumors. The effects of trans fats and saturated fats are linked to increased tumor risks whereas the influence of monounsaturated fats remains variable necessitating further investigation. In summary strategic management of dietary fatty acids regulate intestinal health mitigate inflammatory responses and positively influence tumor prevention and treatment offering new avenues for cancer management strategies.

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Fatty acid / Antitumor mechanisms / Apoptosis / Tumor immunity / Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids / Omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids / Chronic inflammation / Intestinal flora

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1He Yannan,2Zhao Feng,3Liu Yinghua. Research on the role of fatty acids in cancer prevention and treatment[J]. Electronic Journal of Metabolism and Nutrition of Cancer. 2024, 11(4): 473-479
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