Nutrition

Fats belong to the lipid family of macromolecules. They serve several roles in the body, including energy storage, structural support, and hormonal regulation. Different forms of fats exist, with the most common being fatty acids and triglycerides. Fatty acids are chain-like molecules with two distinct parts: a hydrophilic (water-attracting) head and a hydrophobic (water-repelling) tail….

Just like a car needs fuel to operate, the human body requires energy to function properly—and that energy comes from food. In simple terms, food contains compounds that our bodies convert into other compounds, releasing energy in the process. This type of conversion, or chemical reaction, is called exothermic, meaning it releases energy as heat….

Everything around you is made of building blocks—food, computers, phones… the list goes on. Your body is no exception; it is made up of complex molecules and compounds that form cellular structures like bones, muscles, hair, and nails. One key type of compound in your body is protein, but what exactly are proteins, and how…