GPR120 agonists are new therapeutic targets for treating obesity, diabetes and CVD.
GPR120 is activated by long-chain fatty acids, particularly omega 3 fatty acids.
The expression of GPR120 is altered by obesity.
GPR120 regulates GLP-1 and CCK secretion, insulin signaling and inflammation.
GPR120 agonism mediates adipogenesis and can protect against diet-induced obesity.