Research
Micronutrients & recovery
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) act as antagonists to TLR4 activation by altering plasma membrane lipid raft composition, thereby preventing the assembly of TLR4 signaling complexes and mitigating inflammation-induced insulin resistance.
Incorporating omega-3 fatty acids (found in fatty fish or supplements) can help counteract the inflammatory effects of saturated fats. They work by changing the structure of your cell membranes to prevent immune receptors from triggering inflammation, thereby supporting better insulin sensitivity.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Long-chain polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids (ω-3 FA) including DHA and EPA are antagonists of TLR4 activation by LPS and SFA in humans and mice... One mechanism by which ω-3 FA interfere with TLR4 signaling is by altering plasma membrane lipid raft composition and function... ω-3 FA block the ability of LPS and SFA treatments to stimulate assembly of TLR4 homodimers and signaling component complexes within lipid rafts, preventing subsequent signal transduction.
Why this rating
Supported by multiple studies cited in the review showing protection against atherosclerosis and metabolic syndrome in mouse models.
Source
TLR4 and Insulin Resistance
Jane J. Kim et al. · Gastroenterology Research and Practice · 2010
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