Excess low-density lipids (LDL) increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure, while high-density lipids (HDL) prevent some of the diseases caused by LDL. Excess triglycerides also lead to a higher risk of developing heart disease. Treatment includes diet changes and medication. Patients are monitored for additional risks and may need to […]
Lipids are essential for active transport, enzyme activity, and membrane formation. They are insoluble in water and have two distinct areas with different affinities for water and oil. Membrane lipids arrange themselves in a bilayer, with their hydrophilic heads prominent and hydrophobic tails in the middle. Membrane lipids are the most predominant molecules in living […]
