Fiber: Signs You Are Eating Too Much
As someone who values a healthy diet, I have always been told that fiber is an essential part of it. However, too much of anything can be harmful, and the same goes for fiber. Consuming too much fiber can lead…
ATP
Adenosine triphosphate, commonly known as ATP, is a molecule found in all living organisms and is considered the energy currency of life. It is a small molecule that stores and transports energy within cells, making it essential for all cellular…
Vitamins
Vitamins are considered the essential micro compounds for the overall wellbeing of our bodies, along with minerals. In this blog post, we’ll explore what vitamins are, why they’re important, and some of the key functions of various vitamins in the…
Minerals
Minerals are essential nutrients that are crucial for maintaining optimal health and wellness. They play various roles in the body, from building strong bones and teeth to maintaining healthy blood pressure and regulating fluid balance. In this blog post, we’ll…
Enzymes
One of the crucial compounds that are based on amino acids and protein structures are enzymes. Their importance lies in their role as catalysts, which means they make possible chemical reactions and also increase their rate without themselves being consumed…
Hormones
Hormones are complex and essential chemicals that play a significant role in regulating various bodily functions. They act as messengers that send signals to different organs and tissues, affecting their growth and development, metabolism, mood and more. The most mysterious…
Lipids
Fats have a reputation as bad guys in the biochemical processes of our bodies, mainly because of their impact on our cholesterol which reportedly is one of the causes of cardiovascular complications. There is a massive media chase against them,…
Proteins – The Building Blocks
Oh, yes! These are the building guys. Proteins are the main building blocks you are made of. If you want to keep your muscles, bones and tissue healthy you better have adequate protein intake. I say adequate, because we usually…
Carbohydrates
Oh, those sweet carbs! Many people can’t live without carbohydrates. The craving is understandable, because it has its roots in the very basis of biochemical processes of our bodies and functions in nature’s own living cycles. All-mighty solar energy produces…
Carbon – The Basic Body Matrix Element
Our bodies are made of cells and water is the major medium without which biochemical reactions would not be possible, but when you zoom in even further into the basis of cell structure, what do you think you would find?…
Water and Its pH Function
Her Biochemical Majesty Grab a glass of water, or your favorite water-based beverage, and let’s satisfy your body with her biochemical majesty WATER. Well, in fact water is the lead actress (you’ll find out in the next post who is…
Body Cells
Are you really aware of what your body is made of? Nothing happens without these little things, because all living organisms are made of them. They are called cells. There are two basic types of cells marked with these two…