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Positive effects of conjugated linoleic acid on human health
Baštová, Daniela ; Vespalcová, Milena (referee) ; Vítová, Eva (advisor)
This bachelor thesis deals with the characteristics of the fatty acids, their structure, nomenclature, properties, reactions and analysis. It is also dedicated to the history, sources, effects on human health and the correct ratio of omega-fatty acids in the body. The main issue of this work is conjugated linoleic acid, which is known to its countless positive effects, which can include weight loss and lower level of cholesterol, anticarcinogenic effects, prevention of osteoporosis and arteriosclerosis, etc. The work is focused on its characteristics, structure, occurrence in food, chemical production and a wide range of preparations available on the market. Last but not least, deals with the possibilities of its determinations, including gas chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, NMR spectroscopy, and combined methods.
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