Lipid metabolism

Lipids

The content of lipids in the human body is on average 10-20% of body weight. Lipids are conventionally divided into protoplasmic and reserve. Protoplasmic are included in the composition of organs and tissues (25% of the content of all lipids). Reserves are stored in the body.

Lipids are of great importance in the body, as they are part of all organs and tissues. 90% is in adipose tissue, and it makes up half of the mass of the brain. In a complex with proteins, they form the basis of cell membranes, thanks to which they participate in the activity of hormones, enzymes, and biological oxidation processes.

Lipids provide the body with energy by 25-35%, participate in thermoregulation, perform a protective function, protect against drying out, and are precursors for the synthesis of hormones and vitamins.