Exam questionKROK 1Medicine ยท 2013
One of the factors that cause obesity is the inhibition of fatty acids oxidation due to:
Answer options
- Choline deficiency
- Impaired phospholipid synthesis
- Lack of carbohydrates in the diet
- Low level of carnitine
- Excessive consumption of fatty foods
Correct answer
Low level of carnitine
Explanation
The amino acid carnitine is required for the transport of long-chain fatty acyl-coenzyme A (CoA) esters into myocyte mitochondria, where they are oxidized for energy. Carnitine is obtained from foods, particularly animal-based foods, and via endogenous synthesis. low carnitine can lead to fat accumulation. Raising your carnitine levels will fight this visceral fat gain because it increases fat burning.
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