As I understand (on a quite basal level), adipocytes (specifically White adipose tissue (WAT)) absorb fatty acids in an insulin-dependent manner. How do insulin-resistant adipocytes absorb as much fat as they do? 

Is this because the insulin resistance works differently on WAT, are there additional pathways through which fat is absorbed or does the insulin resistance only limit the amount of fat absorption, but due to high concentrations of fat, the cells still absorb "a lot"?

I couldn't find any conclusive answer in literature but I am certain it will be there!

Thanks in advance!

 -Jelle 

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