Lipids: Categories, Biological Functions and Metabolism, Nutrition and Health

Lipids: Metabolism, Nutrition and Health

Lipids: Categories, Biological Functions and Metabolism, Nutrition and Health explores the diverse roles of lipids in cellular structure, energy storage, biological signalling, and human health. Edited by Paige L. Gilmore, this volume examines topics including erythrocyte lipid composition in cardiovascular and hepatobiliary diseases, dietary fats, flax lipids, vitamin E, and omega-3 fatty acids. It provides an overview of lipid metabolism, nutritional importance, and related health research.

Key Features:

• Explores the major categories and biological functions of lipids.
• Explains the role of lipids in energy storage and cellular membranes.
• Examines how lipids influence membrane structure and function.
• Discusses the importance of essential fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins.
• Reviews erythrocyte lipid composition in cardiovascular diseases.
• Examines lipid changes associated with hepatobiliary disorders.
• Explores relationships between dietary fats and human nutrition.
• Discusses flax lipids and their biological significance.
• Highlights the antioxidant benefits associated with vitamin E.
• Examines omega-3 fatty acids and their roles in neurochemistry.