Abstract illustration of discovery (IMAGE) Salk Institute Caption Compound lipid fluxes are depicted as rivers and waterfalls flowing down a human-shaped mountain, leading to distinct pools including liver- and heart-shaped lakes. Different fatty acids flow down the mountain at their own pace and thus drive distinct chronic or acute pathologies. Credit Salk Institute Usage Restrictions With credit and related coverage License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.