Question 1

what does the phrase 'lipid metabolism' mean?

Accepted Answer

How fat is formed: Lipid metabolism means the process in which fats are formed ,utilized and broken down and disposed in the body. It starts when the food is broken down in the gut to form molecules that are transported to the blood where it is processed into different particles. These particles are then taken up by the cells where the fats are extracted. The leftover is then delivered to the liver for disposal

Question 2

what do you suggest if my professor uses the phrase 'lipid metabolism.' what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Fats: Lipids are different kinds of fats circulating in the body.Metabolism is a description of how it is made,utilized and dispensed by the body. The lipids or fats often discussed include low density lipoprotein LDL, high density lipoprotein HDL, very low density lipoprotein VLDL Iintermediate density lipoprotein ILDL Triglyceride . Next time ask your professor to elaborate

Question 3

what is lipid metabolism?

Accepted Answer

How fat gets used: Lipid metabolism refers to how fats get broken down and built back up in the body.

Question 4

what is abnormal lipid metabolism?

Accepted Answer

keeping it simple: If your LDL is elevated and/or your HDL is low and/or your triglycerides are high, you have abnormal lipid metabolism. The exact numbers depend on the specifics of your overall health.

Question 5

what helps regulate lipid metabolism: ldl or hdl?

Accepted Answer

HDL is the good: cholesterol. It transports cholesterol to the liver, where it is processed an eliminated via the intestines. High HDL levels generally help decrease a person's risk for heart disease. LDL cholesterol is also needed, however, the lowest amount needed is not known. Hope this helps.

Visit CardioGauge.com for personalized education about your chol levels. Put in #s and it will tell u what it means.

Question 6

how would abnormal lipid metabolism leads to plaque formation in atherosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

Atherosclerosis: Textbook chapters are devoted to this, and we have only 400 characters.  Short version is that abnormal metabolism increases bad cholesterol.  This cholesterol accumulates with smooth muscle and macrophages under the surface lining of an artery, creating a plaque that pushes into the vessel and reduces blood flow.

Question 7

how does testosterone change glucose and lipid metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Testosterone can help build muscle which helps decrease Insulin resistance and can help with glucose metabolism.  The cholesterol levels vary depending on the testosterone taken.  Usually in physiologic levels, it is neutral but when too much is taken, it decreases the HDL and therefore can worsen your profile.  All medicine works best within physiologic ranges and with lifestyle.

Question 8

any use of ppar agonists in skin care yet? such as barrier homeostasis and fixing lipid metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes but some of it is off label indication.

Question 9

how can you activate brown adipose tissue to increase thermogenesis and increase fat metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Good question: No one knows how this can occur and done let anyone sell you any crazy products.  My advice is to eat a balanced diet that favors good protein, moderate good fats and low sugars or carbohydrates coupled with good weight training and cardio.  That should activate thermogenesis.  At leat twice a week you should take your heart rate to 85% of max  through intervals after checking with your doctor.

Question 10

what can i take or what can i do to help with diabetes, and sugar/fat metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Fructose: Try to avoid the use of refined sugars, if at all possible, replacing them by the intake of natural sugars (from fruits for example). It is not clear if your question refers to someone who already has been diagnosed with diabetes, or just would like to prevent it. When somebody is already on treatment for it, every dietary change should be ideally consulted with the treating physician.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Lipid metabolism disorders

A member asked:

What does the phrase 'lipid metabolism' mean?

A member asked:

What do you suggest if my professor uses the phrase 'lipid metabolism.' what does this mean?

A member asked:

What is lipid metabolism?

A member asked:

What is abnormal lipid metabolism?

A member asked:

What helps regulate lipid metabolism: ldl or hdl?

A member asked:

How would abnormal lipid metabolism leads to plaque formation in atherosclerosis?

A member asked:

How does testosterone change glucose and lipid metabolism?

A member asked:

Any use of ppar agonists in skin care yet? such as barrier homeostasis and fixing lipid metabolism?

A member asked:

How can you activate brown adipose tissue to increase thermogenesis and increase fat metabolism?

A member asked:

What can i take or what can i do to help with diabetes, and sugar/fat metabolism?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?