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OEA (Oleoylethanolamide)

Endogenous lipid for appetite regulation.

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Overview

Endogenous lipid for appetite regulation.

Natural sources
  • Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
  • Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
  • Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
Common forms
  • Capsule or softgel
  • Powder
  • Sublingual or buccal
  • Liposomal liquid

Mechanism of action

Activates PPAR-α; reduces food intake via vagal afferents.

Pathways
  • · Activates PPAR-α
  • · reduces food intake via vagal afferents

Effects on the body

Decreases
appetite

Organ system effects

Liver

OEA (Oleoylethanolamide) affects hepatic insulin sensitivity, lipid handling, or glucose disposal.

Evidence-based benefits

Reduces appetite

Moderate evidence

Potential side effects

Common
  • · GI upset
Rare
    Serious

      Drug interactions

      Prescription medications (general)
      Always disclose OEA (Oleoylethanolamide) use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.
      minor

      Supplement interactions

      Pairs well with
      • A high-quality multivitamin
        Covers micronutrient cofactors that support most supplement pathways.
      • Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)
        Foundational anti-inflammatory support that complements most regimens.
      Avoid combining with

      No specific avoidances listed.

      Dosing & bioavailability

      Typical dose
      100–200 mg
      Best form
      Most evidence is based on the capsule or softgel form.
      Timing
      Consistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
      With food?
      With a meal containing fat for fat-soluble compounds; otherwise either.

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      Scientific evidence8Show studies
      AnimalNature · 2003

      OEA satiety

      Fu J, et al.

      Rodents

      Key findings

      Reduced food intake and body weight.

      Open study
      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

      PubMed: OEA (Oleoylethanolamide) — Reduces appetite

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewGoogle Scholar · 1970

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