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  • https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Veterinary_Medicine/Anatomy_and_Physiology_of_Animals_(Lawson)/01%3A_Chemicals/1.07%3A_Fats
    Fats or lipids are important in the plasma membrane around cells and form the insulating fat layer under the skin. Fatty acids are divided into two kinds: saturated and unsaturated fatty acids dependi...Fats or lipids are important in the plasma membrane around cells and form the insulating fat layer under the skin. Fatty acids are divided into two kinds: saturated and unsaturated fatty acids depending on how much hydrogen they contain.(Saturated fats contain more hydrogen than unsaturated fats). Fish and poultry fats and plant oils contain mostly unsaturated fatty acids and are more liquid at room temperature.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Sacramento_City_College/SSC%3A_Nutri_300_(Tharalson)/Text/05%3A_Lipids/5.02%3A_What_Are_Lipids%3F
    Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history,...Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history, there have been many instances when food was scarce. Our ability to store excess caloric energy as fat for future usage allowed us to continue as a species during these times of famine. So, normal fat reserves are a signal that metabolic processes are efficient and a person is healthy.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Lincoln_Land_Community_College/An_Introduction_to_Human_Nutrition_(Shanle_and_Dowell)/06%3A_Lipids-_Fats_Oils_and_Other_Lipids/6.02%3A_Types_of_Lipids/6.2.01%3A_Functions_of_Lipids_in_the_Body_and_in_Food
    Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history,...Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history, there have been many instances when food was scarce. Our ability to store excess caloric energy as fat for future usage allowed us to continue as a species during these times of famine. So, normal fat reserves are a signal that metabolic processes are efficient and a person is healthy.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Southern_Illinois_University_Edwardsville/Essentials_of_Physiology_for_Nurse_Anesthetists_I_(Gopalan)/01%3A_Cell_Physiology/1.06%3A_Cellular_Metabolism
    This page explains that the human body is about two-thirds water and contains proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, minerals, and vitamins. Metabolism is divided into catabolism, which break...This page explains that the human body is about two-thirds water and contains proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, minerals, and vitamins. Metabolism is divided into catabolism, which breaks down food for energy, and anabolism, which uses that energy to build molecules. These processes are interrelated, with catabolism providing energy for anabolism. The metabolic rate is influenced by age, gender, activity level, genetics, and lifestyle choices.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Southern_Illinois_University_Edwardsville/Essentials_of_Physiology_for_Nurse_Anesthetists_I_(Gopalan)/01%3A_Cell_Physiology/1.01%3A_Objectives
    This page outlines key learning objectives related to cell structure and function, emphasizing the cell membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus. It covers the fluid mosaic model, transport mechanisms, organe...This page outlines key learning objectives related to cell structure and function, emphasizing the cell membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus. It covers the fluid mosaic model, transport mechanisms, organelle functions, metabolism, and historical milestones in cell discovery. Additionally, it discusses the importance of homeostasis and cell specialization, categorizes organelles, distinguishes protein types, and details metabolic pathways such as glycolysis and respiration.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Chabot_College/Nutrition_1/05%3A_Lipids
    We look at the types, structure, and roles of lipids, and we explain the different types of cholesterol in the blood. We also explore topics of interest such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and tra...We look at the types, structure, and roles of lipids, and we explain the different types of cholesterol in the blood. We also explore topics of interest such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and trans fats.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Chabot_College/Nutrition_1/05%3A_Lipids/5.02%3A_What_Are_Lipids
    Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history,...Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history, there have been many instances when food was scarce. Our ability to store excess caloric energy as fat for future usage allowed us to continue as a species during these times of famine. So, normal fat reserves are a signal that metabolic processes are efficient and a person is healthy.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Manchester_Community_College_(MCC)/Manchester_Community_College_-_Introduction_to_Nutrition/05%3A_Lipids/5.01%3A_What_Are_Lipids
    Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history,...Lipids are important fats that serve different roles in the human body. A common misconception is that fat is simply fattening. However, fat is probably the reason we are all here. Throughout history, there have been many instances when food was scarce. Our ability to store excess caloric energy as fat for future usage allowed us to continue as a species during these times of famine. So, normal fat reserves are a signal that metabolic processes are efficient and a person is healthy.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Woodland_Community_College/NUTR10%3A_Principles_of_Nutrition_(Williams)/05%3A_Lipids
    We look at the types, structure, and roles of lipids, and we explain the different types of cholesterol in the blood. We also explore topics of interest such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and tra...We look at the types, structure, and roles of lipids, and we explain the different types of cholesterol in the blood. We also explore topics of interest such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and trans fats.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/19%3A_Gastrointestinal_System_and_Disorders/19.00%3A_Introduction
    The gastrointestinal (GI) system, also known as the digestive system, plays crucial roles such as digestion, absorption, elimination, and immune response. It breaks down food and absorbs nutrients int...The gastrointestinal (GI) system, also known as the digestive system, plays crucial roles such as digestion, absorption, elimination, and immune response. It breaks down food and absorbs nutrients into the bloodstream, which are essential for growth, energy, and bodily processes. Disorders affecting the digestive system's function can significantly impact health and well-being and elevate the risk of chronic conditions. Proper nutrition is vital for overall health.
  • https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Metropolitan_State_University_of_Denver/Introduction_to_Nutrition_(Diker)/05%3A_Lipids/5.01%3A_What_Are_Lipids
    Hydrogenation is the process of adding hydrogen atoms to an unsaturated fat (the hydrogen atoms are added where there are double bonds), thus making the fatty acid saturated (or less unsaturated, in t...Hydrogenation is the process of adding hydrogen atoms to an unsaturated fat (the hydrogen atoms are added where there are double bonds), thus making the fatty acid saturated (or less unsaturated, in the case of partial hydrogenation). The phospholipids form a double layer in cell membranes, thus effectively protecting the inside of the cell from the outside environment while at the same time allowing for transport of fat and water through the membrane.

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