2.37 Sterols
Differs from other lipids due to the number of carbon rings in its make up.
What is a sterol?
What is the small intestine?
A condition of chronically high blood sugar levels.
What is diabetes?
The primary sterol that people consume.
What is cholesterol?
The first part of the small intestine that food enters after leaving the stomach.
What is the duodenum?
Not enough insulin is produced and not enough binds to the insulin receptor.
What is type 1 diabetes?
A vital component of cell membranes as well as producing vitamin D, hormones, and bile acids.
What is the role of cholesterol?
The layer of the small intestine that comes into contact with the chyme and is responsible for absorption.
What is the epithelium?
The body produces enough insulin but the person's body is resistant to it.
What is type 2 diabetes?
A natural compound found in plants that lower cholesterol levels.
What is phytosterol?
The circular folds and figure-like projections in the small intestine.
What is villi?
Individuals are prescribed insulin in order to higher their glucose levels.
What is the treatment for type 2 diabetes?
Helps protect arteries and may help prevent heart disease.
What is high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL)?
Covers the surface of the mircovilli and is hair-like.
What is glycocalyx?
The person receives insulin through injections or pumps to manage their glucose levels.
What is the treatment for type 1 diabetes?