How Your Body Actually Burns Fat (Beta Oxidation Explained)

BETA OXIDATION OF FATTY ACIDS | LIPID METABOLISM #BIOCHEMISTRY | #CSIRNET #lifescienceexam

This video lecture is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of beta oxidation of fatty acids, a crucial process in lipid metabolism biochemistry. The beta oxidation of fatty acids is a multi-step process that involves the breakdown of fatty acids into acetyl-CoA, which can then be used to generate energy. We will delve into the details of beta oxidation, including the beta oxidation of palmitic acid, and explore its significance in fat metabolism. The lecture will also cover other important aspects of lipid metabolism, such as alpha oxidation and omega oxidation, and discuss disorders related to impaired lipid metabolism, including Zellweger syndrome. This video is particularly useful for students preparing for the CSIR NET life science exam, as it provides a detailed explanation of beta oxidation of fatty acids biochemistry and its relevance to the exam. By the end of this video, viewers will have a thorough understanding of the beta oxidation process and its importance in lipid metabolism, making it an essential resource for those studying biochemistry for CSIR NET 2025. The video is part of a series of online CSIR NET lectures, designed to help students achieve a high score in the CSIR NET result 2025.

Beta oxidation of saturated fatty acids
Beta oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids
Beta oxidation of even chain fatty acids
Beta oxidation of odd chain fatty acids
Energy production from oxidation of fats