BCHM 10302

Catalog description

The digestion of dietary proteins, polysaccharides and lipids is described followed by detailed descriptions of the catabolic and anabolic pathways for simple sugars, fatty acids and amino acids. The functions of most B-complex vitamins is explained in the context of each of the metabolic pathways referred to above. Hormonal function and lipid transport processes are explained and the metabolic response of the human organism to starvation is described. Cumulative relationships of the metabolic pathways are emphasized.