Dietary Fat (Physical Sequestration)

Dietary fat refers to the fats consumed through food, primarily in the form of triglycerides—molecules composed of three fatty acids attached to a glycerol backbone. These fats are essential for energy provision, cell structure, and various physiological functions. Physical sequestration targets dietary fat before it is absorbed by physically binding or trapping it within the gastrointestinal tract, preventing its absorption into the body. This is a therapeutic strategy used primarily for weight management and obesity prevention.

Other names

Dietary TriglyceridesDietary FatTriglyceridesFatty Acids

Physical trapping/binding prevents intestinal absorption