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arachidonic acid [ə¦rak·ə¦dan·ik ′as·əd]
(biochemistry) C20H32O2An essential unsaturated fatty acid that is a precursor in the biosynthesis of prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | Arachidonic acid can then be converted into various inflammatory chemicals, high levels of which have been found in the bowel tissue of patients with ulcerative colitis. Martek Biosciences Corporation produces life'sDHA, a sustainable and vegetarian source of DHA omega-3, for use in foods, beverages, infant formula and supplements, and life's AA, a sustainable and vegetarian source of the omega-6 fatty acid arachidonic acid, for use in infant formula (www. 5) In addition, Life Extension reported in the landmark article "Eating Your Way to Prostate Cancer," (10) published in February 2007, about the importance of controlling dietary intake of arachidonic acid and the grave consequences of failing to mitigate up-regulation of the 5-lipoxygenase (5-LOX) enzyme caused by poor dietary choices. |
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