CLA and Phytosterols in preventing obesity

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Do the bioactive compounds present in food can alter cellular metabolic process? Is it really possible? Here in this book you will find the answer for two functional lipids tested: conjugated linoleic acid and phytosterol. Both modify the biochemical and physiological responses mainly in relation to non transmissible chronic diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Read on and find out what hormones, enzymes, and tissue these compounds modified.

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Degree in Nutrition(2010)from the Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas. Master in Food and Nutrition with emphasis on Experimental Nutrition and Applied Food Technology(2013)at the State University of Campinas(UNICAMP).Is currently a doctoral in Food and Nutrition with emphasis on Experimental Nutrition and Applied Food Technology at UNICAMP.

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