Curated Video
The Role of Digestive Enzymes in Breaking Down Food Molecules
This video is about the role of digestive enzymes in the chemical breakdown of large, insoluble molecules in our food into smaller, soluble ones. The video focuses on the three main types of digestive enzymes - carbohydrase, protease,...
Curated Video
The History and Making of Bagels
Bagels are a popular type of bread made in a ring shape. The first bagels are believed to have been made in Krakow, Poland in the year 1610. Learn how bagels are made and how they became popular across Europe and North America.
Mazz Media
Digestion (Mechanical and Chemical)
In this live-action program viewers will learn that mechanical and Chemical digestion Is the process of turning food into its component chemicals. Students will come to understand The first step in digestion is ingestion of food into the...
Curated Video
The Human Digestive System: Breaking Down Food for Nutrients
This video is a lecture presentation on the human digestive system. The lecturer begins by defining digestion and explaining the two types, chemical and mechanical digestion, and how they work together. The three basic food types,...
Curated Video
The Health Benefits of Teff
Learn about the nutrient profile of this tiny grain and the benefits it has for our bodies. Teff part 2/5
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Nitrogen Nutrition in Plants
It explains the need for intake of nitrogen in plants. It also describes methods of nitrogen nutrition such as biological nitrogen fixation, fertilisers and manures.
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Unique Nature of Carbon
It explains sources of organic compounds and the unique characteristics of carbon atoms, namely tetracovalency, catenation and formation of strong bonds.
FuseSchool
Insulin and Glucagon
In this lesson, you will learn about how your blood glucose level is regulated (or controlled) by two important hormones – insulin and glucagon, via a negative feedback system. When you consume a meal that is high in carbohydrates, such...
Catalyst University
Carbohydrate Stereochemistry Diastereomers and Enantiomers
Carbohydrate Stereochemistry Diastereomers and Enantiomers
Professor Dave Explains
Carbohydrates Part 1: Simple Sugars and Fischer Projections
It's the night before the big game! You're carbo-loading! Wait, what are carbs? Did you know that sugar is a carbohydrate? You didn't?! Well, you'd better watch this, my friend. We will cover all the monosaccharides in their linear and...
Mazz Media
Biochemistry
This live-action video program is about the word Biochemistry. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word Biochemistry through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and...
Mazz Media
Let's Talk About: Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is reaching near-epidemic levels. It is a serious health condition affecting millions of people and increasing their risk for additional health issues. More young people have been diagnosed with diabetes than ever before....
FuseSchool
Balanced diet
In this video you'll learn about the variety of food groups to help maintain a healthy body!
Professor Dave Explains
Carbohydrates Part 2: Polysaccharides
Now that we know about simple sugars, we need to know about how these polymerize to form long polysaccharide chains, like cellulose, starch, and glycogen. Check it out!
FuseSchool
Protein in the diet
What we put in to our bodies is important to keep it working! We need to eat a balanced diet, to make sure our body gets everything it needs to carry out its activities. Our diet should include; fatty acids or lipids, carbohydrates,...
Learning Mole
Nutrition in Food
This kitchen science video lesson is all about nutrition in food. Students will love this engaging and interactive video as they learn about science they can do at home.
Curated Video
The Nutritional Value of Popcorn
Popcorn is a snack made from a unique type of corn that pops when heated. Its three main components - the endosperm, germ, and pericarp - work together to create that satisfying popping sensation that people love. With its low calorie...
Curated Video
Healthy Eating for an Active Lifestyle
This video provides basic dietary recommendations for athletes participating in intense sports activities. It emphasizes the importance of nutrition in maintaining muscular builds and explosive energy. The video highlights the need to...
KERA
Drinking Chocolate Milk After Workouts
What you eat after working out can make a difference in how your body recovers. Consuming the right types of snacks after exercising can help to replenish your energy, build muscle mass, and burn fat. Listen to this interview with a...
Visual Learning Systems
Nutrition: The Six Essential Nutrients for a Healthy Body
In this video, viewers are educated about the importance of nutrients for their body's proper functioning, growth, and repair. The video begins by highlighting the six major types of nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins,...
Visual Learning Systems
Exploring the Digestive and Excretory Systems: the Role of Digestion
This series of videos takes students on a fascinating journey, following food as it travels through the digestive system. Clear animations illustrate the functions of the major digestive and excretory structures. Concepts and terminology...
FuseSchool
Biological Molecules
Molecules make you think of chemistry, right? Well, they also are very important in biology too. In this video we are going to look at carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. When I say lipids, I am talking about fats and oils. Life...
Visual Learning Systems
Natural Cycles: Oxygen and Carbon Cycle
This program addresses many of the cycles conducted by animals including those of migration, hibernation, and patterns relating to day and night. The cycles that affect all living things are discussed including the air we breathe and the...