SciShow
The Deal with Fat
Dietary science is complicated-- one day something is good for you and the next it's not. Learn what we DO know about fat chemistry in this episode of SciShow.
Bozeman Science
Lipids
In this video Paul Andersen describes the lipids (of the fats). He explains how they are an important source of energy but are also required to cell membranes. He explains how the hydrocarbon tails in triglycerides contain energy...
Crash Course
Alkenes & Alkynes - Crash Course Chemistry
Today Hank talks about the deliciousness of alkenes & alkynes, their structures, and how to remember which is which by simply knowing the alphabet. Also, he breaks down hydrogenation, halogenation, polymerization, and triglycerides all...
Bozeman Science
Biological Molecules
Paul Andersen describes the four major biological molecules found in living things. He begins with a brief discussion of polymerization. Dehydration synthesis is used to connect monomers into polymers and hydrolysis breaks them down...
Curated Video
I WONDER - Is Fat Important To Our Diet?
This video is answering the question of is fat important to our diet.
Curated Video
I WONDER - Are There Different Types Of Fat?
This video is answering the question of are there different types of fat.
Professor Dave Explains
Lipids Part 1: TAGs, Fatty Acids, and Terpenes
What's butter made of? What about olive oil? Well they're lipids, which are largely nonpolar substances. Why is one solid at room temperature and the other is liquid? What are trans fats and why are they bad for you? Let's find out all...
Healthcare Triage
Trans Fats, Sugary Soda, and Effective Regulation
We are seeing a lot of changes recently as to what we are "allowed" to eat. When the FDA decided to get rid of trans fats, I applauded. When New York City tried to ban sodas bigger than 16 ounces, though, I booed. Why is this not...
Curated Video
The FDA announced measures Tuesday designed to phase out the use of artery-clogging trans fats in foods in the next three years. (June 16)
IT'S A DECISION THAT COULD HAVE A WIDE-SPREAD IMPACT ON HEART DISEASE IN THE U-S --THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCING TUESDAY IT WILL ORDER FOOD COMPANIES TO PHASE OUT THE USE OF ARTERY-CLOGGING TRANS FATS.SOUNDBITE (English) Susan...
Curated Video
The Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday it's banning trans fats in food. The artery-clogging additive is widely considered the worst kind of fat for the heart and can lead to heart attacks and death. (Nov. 7)
Heart-clogging trans fats were once a staple of the American diet, plentiful in baked goods, microwave popcorn and fried foods.
Now, mindful of the health risks, the Food and Drug Administration is getting rid of what's left of them for...
Curated Video
Campaign to ban artificial trans fats from restaurants
1. Wide of Board of Health members in meeting room
2. SOUNDBITE (English) Thomas Frieden, New York City Commissioner of Health:
"Do I hear a motion to adopt?... Second? Seconds... All in favour?... Aye. Opposed? Abstentions? The motion...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Lipids: Lesson 6
This lesson will explain the structure of lipids as well as discuss their function in our bodies. It is 6 of 7 in the series titled "Lipids."