Part 1: Lipids - Kind and sources (2)

2.Compound Lipids.

Are triglycerides components combined wit other molecules are about 10% of body's total fat.

a).Phospholipids - water soluble end and a fat soluble end (thus found in cell membranes to modulate fluid movement across cell membrane); found in nerve sheath; important role in blood clotting

b). Glycolipids - fatty acids bound with carbohydrate.

c). Lipoproteins - protein capsules used for carrying lipids in the blood.
i).Chylomicron - emulsify fats and carry fats from the intestine into the lymphatics. Transport fat-soluble vitamins like A,D,E & K. Able to absorb larger molecules than normal absortion route.
ii). HDL (good cholesterol)
iii).LDL (bad cholesterol)