Assimilation of lipids by the body

Assimilation of lipids by the body 195 Table 5.9 Characteristics of the components of mixed micelles... 

The rate at which cholesterol and triglycerides enter the circulation from the liver and small intestine depends on the supply of the lipid and proteins necessary to form the lipoprotein complexes. Although the protein component must he synthesized, the lipids can be obtained either from de novo biosynthesis in the ti.ssucs or from the diet. Reduction of plasma lipids by diet can delay the development of atherosclerosis. Furthermore, the u.sc of drugs that decrease assimilation of lipids into the body plus diet decreases mortality from cardiovascular disca.se. ... 

The chemistry and biochemistry of these storage lipids is discussed entirely within Chapter 4. Chapter 5 deals mainly with the dietary lipids of mammals and their assimilation by the body. The emphasis is on human nutrition. 

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