The Role of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids in Hibernation Physiology

This chapter explores the impact of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) on hibernation in animals, detailing how PUFA consumption influences the duration of torpor, body temperature, and metabolic rates during hibernation. It delves into the mechanism by which PUFA affects hibernation physiology, including its inhibitory effects on energy production stages and the role of Q10 in oxidative phosphorylation. Additionally, the discussion extends to how PUFA manipulation can potentially influence recovery from neurological disorders like Huntington's disease through its effects on fatty acid oxidation and reactive oxygen species.