International Journal of Molecular Sciences (Sep 2023)
The Role of Acyl-CoA β-Oxidation in Brain Metabolism and Neurodegenerative Diseases
Abstract
This review highlights the complex role of fatty acid β-oxidation in brain metabolism. It demonstrates the fundamental importance of fatty acid degradation as a fuel in energy balance and as an essential component in lipid homeostasis, brain aging, and neurodegenerative disorders.
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