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What Is the Nutritional Supplement Acai?
Howcast - Learn all about acai and its anti-oxidant properties from registered dietician Glen Tobias in this Howcast video.
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Secrets to anti-ageing: 7 simple daily habits that give us healthy skin
Achieve youthful skin with these 7 daily habits:1. Protect from the Sun: Apply sunscreen daily and wear protective clothing.2. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water for moisturized skin.3. Cleanse and Moisturize: Establish a skincare...
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Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis: Protein Electrophoresis Basics
Polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE) uses a gel matrix formed by polymerizing acrylamide and bis-acrylamide through free radicals generated by TEMED and APS. This exothermic polymerization forms linear chains cross-linked into a 3D...
Science ABC
Rancidity: Why Do Foods Turn Rancid?
Rancidity refers to the complete or incomplete hydrolysis or oxidation of fats and oils when exposed to air, light, moisture, and bacterial activity; this generally occurs in food items, making them undesirable for consumption. In more...
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Antioxidant
A substance that can protect against damage caused by free radicals. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...
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The Dark Side of Oxygen
We depend on oxygen for life. But in fact, oxygen is corrosive: ageing us, damaging cell DNA, and 'rusting' us from the inside. Biology - Human Body - Learning Points. Oxygen is vital in powering every cell and process in the human body....
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The Power of Antioxidants
Elevate your health with the antioxidant power of fresh fruits and vegetables! Discover how the unique antioxidant properties in plant-based foods can boost your immune system, slow aging, and combat diseases like cancer. From...
Nature League
Why Isn't Life Immortal? - Lesson Plan
In this Nature League Lesson Plan, Brit explores the definitions and connections between metabolism and aging.
Nature League
Exploring Metabolism and Aging | Compilation
Brit looks back on our tenth month on Nature League, when we explored the theme of metabolism and aging. Get your Nature League pin here!
Catalyst University
LDL Peroxidation & Protein Adducts
In this video, we explore the pathologies of lipid peroxidation and protein-protein adducts and how they contribute to inflammation.
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Nitric Oxide Synthase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
Nitric Oxide Synthase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
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A Brief History of Fat - [Part 3 3]
In this segment, we continue our discussion on Western diseases and explore how sugar, chronically elevated insulin, and inflammation lead to a diseased cardiovascular system.
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Catalytic Mechanism of Myeloperoxidase & Hypochlorous Acid Functions
Here we explore the catalytic mechanism of Myeloperoxidase and subsequent formation of Hypochlorous Acid and Hypothiocyanite, two reactive oxidative species (ROS). We will also see functions of Hypochlorous Acid.
Curated Video
Rancidity: Why Do Foods Turn Rancid?
Rancidity refers to the complete or incomplete hydrolysis or oxidation of fats and oils when exposed to air, light, moisture, and bacterial activity; this generally occurs in food items, making them undesirable for consumption. In more...
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Exercise Physiology | Beta-Alanine, Carnosine Biosynthesis & Functions
Exercise Physiology | Beta-Alanine, Carnosine Biosynthesis & Functions
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Capsaicin | Biosynthesis, Mechanism, & Metabolism
In this video, we explore the active ingredient in hot peppers, capsaicin, and discuss its biosynthesis, mechanisms, & metabolism.
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Vitamins and Minerals | Vitamin C Biosynthesis & the GULO Pseudogene
Here, we explore the biosynthetic pathway for vitamin C (ascorbic acid) from glucuronic acid. Also, we explore inability of some organisms (e.g., humans) to perform this biosynthesis due to the GULO pseudogene.
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Internal Conversion and Photoprotection: Applications in Biochemistry
Internal Conversion and Photoprotection: Applications in Biochemistry
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A1c EXPLAINED - What is it, and why should I care
In this video, we explore the biochemistry of hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) and why it matters clinically for diabetes.
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NEW! Cytochrome c:Ubiquinol Oxidoreductase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
NEW! Cytochrome c:Ubiquinol Oxidoreductase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
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Allopurinol Mechanism of Action for Gout
In this video, we explore the mechanism of allopurinol, a drug used in the treatment of gouty arthritis.