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Lipids (Absorption of Lipids (Transported into Intestinal Cells, Larger…
Lipids
Transport of Lipid
LDL
- It transports lipids to the tissues
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HDL
- It transports cholesterol from the cells to the liver
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Types of Lipids
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- Triglycerides (Fats and Oils)
Absorption of Lipids
- Transported into Intestinal Cells
- Larger Molecules merge with Bile to create Micelles →
- Packed with Protein to become Chylomicrons →
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- Diffuse into Intestinal Cells →
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- Glycerol and Short/Med Chain FA →
Lipid Metabolism
- It requires carbohydrate or protein for complete breakdown
- The conversion of food fat to body fat
- Fat provides 60% of energy requirements for body (at rest).
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