Front Physiol November 2017 PMID 29167646

Palmitic Acid: Physiological Role, Metabolism and Nutritional Implications.

Gianfranca Carta, Elisabetta Murru, Sebastiano Banni, Claudia Manca

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a generally factual tone, with many posts highlighting that much of the palmitic acid in our blood comes from carbs or alcohol, citing the article’s statement on endogenous synthesis. However, some posts also emphasize its physiological roles and question oversimplified health narratives, which indicates an interest in understanding the complex balance of dietary fats and metabolism, but engagement remains moderate as some comments lack deep scientific analysis or critical evaluation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the biochemical nature of palmitic acid and its endogenous regulation but often emphasize its dietary sources like carbs and alcohol, reflecting partial agreement with the paper's nuanced view.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest, especially when discussing the sources of palmitic acid and its health implications, with frequent mentions of dietary factors and public health concerns.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants show moderate engagement, referencing specific scientific facts, defending the role of palmitic acid, and debating misinformation, indicating some depth in their interactions.

ImpactModerate impact

These discussions could influence public perceptions about fats, especially by highlighting diet-related influences and potential health impacts, suggesting a moderate level of significance.

Abstract in brief

  • Palmitic acid (PA) is the most common saturated fatty acid in the human body, important for physiological functions like maintaining membrane properties, protein modification (palmitoylation), and surfactant activity in the lungs, despite its prior negative reputation for health effects.
  • The body tightly regulates PA levels through a balance between dietary intake and internal synthesis, which can shift under certain conditions like a high carbohydrate diet or sedentary lifestyle, leading to excessive tissue PA and health issues such as dyslipidemia, hyperglycemia, and inflammation.
  • The health impact of dietary PA may depend on the balance between saturated fats and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), especially the ratio of n6 to n3 PUFAs, suggesting that improper dietary balance, rather than PA intake alone, contributes to its potential detrimental effects.]

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DiscoStew
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“excessive intake of carbohydrates (...), and a sedentary lifestyle, the mechanisms to maintain a steady state of PA concentration may be disrupted leading to an over accumulation of tissue PA resulting in dyslipidemia, hyperglycemia,...” https://t.co/dXXpAUIQEa https://t.co/gAoaLbsXWq

Jan 24, 2020 · 5 likes · 10,773 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@PaulSmithTO @orangulandtrust @griffjane Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT

Jan 13, 2022 · 4 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@SecoraPearlRem @coolrunning2009 @orangulandtrust @PhilCass75 @The_Nutrivore Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Dec 30, 2021 · 4 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@whitby_michele1 @griffjane @AnnNonimouse @orangulandtrust @andshoal @elizabe91393425 @RSPOtweets Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT

May 12, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@Augenzeuge2 @mr_bliminse @mettahapa @PalmOilDetect @BoycottPalmOil Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT 4/n

Jan 12, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@Fishcak18433002 @orangulandtrust @_AbolishPolice_ Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Dec 12, 2021 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →

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Vicente
@Vicente84640991 · X

@DiscoStew66 "PA tissue content seems to be controlled around a well-defined concentration, and changes in its intake do not influence significantly its tissue concentration" https://t.co/jN20cDdzQ3

Jan 27, 2023 · 499 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@RobertFSmith14 @BoycottPalmOil @GreenpeaceUK @greenpeaceusa @Greenpeaceafric @MongabayID @MongabaySL @mongabay_brasil @the_ecologist @geckoproj @ChrisGPackham @GreenPartyUS Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Nov 18, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@LilaFlw @griffjane @CharlotteHeude1 @earthshareyou @DrBirute @PalmOilDetect It's not analogous at all: foods are digested, tobacco is not. Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* comes from #carbs or #alcohol (https://t.co/Sk0A40fPRl). And metastasis is *not* analogous to carcinogenic. Stop your silly #scareMongering!

Sep 15, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@ladygeeke @BoycottPalmOil @PalmOilDetect Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40fPRl

Sep 11, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@Charles___Raven @PalmOilDetect @RSPOtweets Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Aug 1, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@FunVA_OpEd @orangutans Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Jul 15, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@WENDY200111 @NST_Online A clever #cherryPick of factoids! You ignore the positive health aspects of #palmiticAcid - "the most common saturated fatty acid accounting for 20–30% of total fatty acids in the human body" (https://t.co/UFQ3ccXR9J) - to falsely suggest some sinister role by #palmOil.

Jul 7, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@vulcanguru @orangulandtrust @Justice4Abo @OrangutansSOS @LiMayfun Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT

Jun 27, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
Michelle Desilets
@orangutans · X

@JL_998 @LidlGB @BoycottPalmOil Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/zsL63YqNdn

Jun 10, 2022 · 26,110 followers View post →
Orangutan Land Trust
@orangulandtrust · X

@now_ecology Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/7qoJjcrO91

Jun 9, 2022 · 1 like · 22,233 followers View post →
Orangutan Land Trust
@orangulandtrust · X

@Penny2449 @SalvadorAznar3 @IRBBarcelona @NHSuk @AmerMedicalAssn @TheBMA @bmj_latest @TheLancet @RAN @WarOnWant Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/6AsZQsvojm

Jun 9, 2022 · 2 likes · 22,233 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@Penny2449 @BoycottPalmOil @SalvadorAznar3 @IRBBarcelona @NHSuk @AmerMedicalAssn @TheBMA @bmj_latest @TheLancet @PalmOilDetect @RAN @WarOnWant Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Jun 9, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@whitby_michele1 @ImAWereviki @BoycottPalmOil @ItsMe50474936 @PalmOilDetect @marcancrenaz @emeijaard @BorneoNature @Cambridge_Uni @FaunaFloraInt @GreenpeaceUK @HuffPostGreen @GreenpeaceEU @dodd_suzie @Kiwikatz1 @RAN @Global_Witness @PalmOilFreeCert Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT

Jun 8, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@ImAWereviki @whitby_michele1 @BoycottPalmOil @ItsMe50474936 @PalmOilDetect @marcancrenaz @emeijaard @BorneoNature @Cambridge_Uni @FaunaFloraInt @GreenpeaceUK @HuffPostGreen @GreenpeaceEU @dodd_suzie @Kiwikatz1 @RAN @Global_Witness @PalmOilFreeCert Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Jun 8, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@WestyHaynes @julie_dutto @hugopottisch Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

May 29, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@andshoal @orangutans @VeriHumanity @RSPOtweets @Highcarbonstock @WWF Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT

May 14, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@whitby_michele1 @griffjane @AnnNonimouse @orangulandtrust @andshoal @elizabe91393425 @RSPOtweets Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT

May 12, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@WolfBrother_ @weaniejeanie53 Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Mar 2, 2022 · 2 likes · 107 followers View post →
Marc Foxx
@RealMarcFoxx · X

@DavidInFlalala @correctofcourse @JackPosobiec https://t.co/gLpgf4AEvE

Jan 28, 2022 · 2,703 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@FedUpWithBadAir @PalmOilDetect @BoycottPalmOil @tonytheauthor @FleurFleurshack @Jess04391162 Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT 4/4

Jan 14, 2022 · 1 like · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@PaulSmithTO @orangulandtrust @griffjane Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT

Jan 13, 2022 · 4 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@Augenzeuge2 @mr_bliminse @mettahapa @PalmOilDetect @BoycottPalmOil Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40gnGT 4/n

Jan 12, 2022 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
ibrahim botros
@ibrahimkadis · X

@alteam_patricia @Cell_Metabolism @AznarLab @Nature @FendtLab @hfalkan may be over ...look : The association of circulating PA levels with cancer development is quite controversial. ....Since changes in PA intake do not influence significantly its tissue concentration , it implies that DNL has a central role in cancerogenes https://t.co/JlQVNQxKlD

Jan 8, 2022 · 1 like · 154 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@KarinKMacDee @mr_bliminse @CalumHendrix @PalmOilDetect @heartukcharity @NHS #alcohol and #carbs are two key sources for #PalmiticAcid in our blood: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Jan 5, 2022 · 2 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@SecoraPearlRem @coolrunning2009 @orangulandtrust @PhilCass75 @The_Nutrivore Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Dec 30, 2021 · 4 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@Fishcak18433002 @orangulandtrust @_AbolishPolice_ Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Dec 12, 2021 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@griffjane @DrBirute Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Dec 5, 2021 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@davidbruchmann @orangulandtrust @punky_zoolander @joelleannabella @LaraineHess @_AnimalAdvocate @FairStartOrg @rickygervais @PeterEgan6 @Ivy_MiddletonUK @Protect_Wldlife @RobRobbEdwards @NickTaylorLLB @Animal_Watch @Animals1st @Veganella_ @TrophyXpose @AdoptionsUk @domdyer70 @contentcatnip @CreativeAthena @PalmOilDetect Much of the #PalmiticAcid in our *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids". https://t.co/Sk0A40fPRl 4/4

Dec 2, 2021 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@Animals_Climate @ABaerbock @Die_Gruenen @fdp @c_lindner @bmu @BMG_Bund @spdbt @RegSprecher @OlafScholz Much #PalmiticAcid circulating in the *blood* is from #carbs or #alcohol: "the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids." (https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT)

Nov 30, 2021 · 2 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@climatebabes "Palmitic acid (16:0, PA) is the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids." (https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT)

Nov 29, 2021 · 2 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@Andreleu1 "Palmitic acid (16:0, PA) is the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids." (https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT)

Nov 17, 2021 · 2 likes · 107 followers View post →
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@apes4forests · X

@KangarooCaught "Palmitic acid (16:0, PA) is the most common saturated fatty acid found in the human body and can be provided in the diet or synthesized endogenously from other fatty acids, carbohydrates and amino acids." https://t.co/Sk0A40xqIT

Nov 15, 2021 · 3 likes · 107 followers View post →
Natasha McKillop
@NatashaMcKillop · X

@TechFanDan @FoodProfessor Palmitic acid is a fatty acid found in a ton of products naturally, including milk, meat, plants and microorganisms. https://t.co/McDFnDIIx3

Nov 12, 2021 · 2 likes · 316 followers View post →
Nicolas de Cues
@NickdeCusa · X

Palmitic acid is protective against ARDS. Food sources are: meat, dairy and palm oil (duh). (ctrl+F ARDS in link) https://t.co/nbdT1dL0Xv

Apr 3, 2020 · 4,367 followers View post →
DiscoStew
@DiscoStew66 · X

“excessive intake of carbohydrates (...), and a sedentary lifestyle, the mechanisms to maintain a steady state of PA concentration may be disrupted leading to an over accumulation of tissue PA resulting in dyslipidemia, hyperglycemia,...” https://t.co/dXXpAUIQEa https://t.co/gAoaLbsXWq

Jan 24, 2020 · 5 likes · 10,773 followers View post →
Janett Wawrzyniak
@wawrzyniak9 · X

Top 4 Sources of Saturated Fats (besides meat) https://t.co/yTqlI1NxRW via @YouTube

Jun 19, 2019 · 4,374 followers View post →
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