lipogenic
[/ˌlɪpəˈdʒɛnɪk/]
adjective
lipogênico
1. relating to or promoting the production or accumulation of fat in the body
High sugar consumption has lipogenic effects that can lead to obesity.
O consumo elevado de açúcar tem efeitos lipogênicos que podem levar à obesidade.
2. relating to the biochemical process of fat synthesis from non-fat sources
The lipogenic pathway converts carbohydrates into fatty acids.
A via lipogênica converte carboidratos em ácidos graxos.
3. of or pertaining to lipogenesis, the formation of fat
Lipogenic enzymes play a crucial role in energy storage.
Enzimas lipogênicas desempenham um papel crucial no armazenamento de energia.
Lipogenic is primarily used in medical, nutritional science, and biochemistry contexts in both Brazil and the USA. The term is especially prevalent in discussions about obesity, metabolic disorders, and dietary science. In Brazilian Portuguese medical literature, 'lipogênico' is the standard academic term, while in Portugal 'lipogénico' follows European spelling conventions. The word reflects growing global concern with metabolic health and nutrition science.
Related Idioms & Phrases
lipogenic diet - a diet that promotes fat accumulation
lipogenic factor - any substance that stimulates fat production
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