Archives: Videos

Learn how starch is digested and absorbed in the human body, starting with enzymatic breakdown by salivary and pancreatic amylases. This video explains the process of starch hydrolysis, glucose absorption…

Discover how your gut microbiome—trillions of bacteria in the large intestine—shapes metabolism, immunity, and overall health. The human gut microbiota, dominated by anaerobes like Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes, ferments non-digestible carbohydrates…

Explore the anatomy and function of the colon and how disruptions can lead to colon cancer. This video covers normal physiology, common risk factors, and the progression of colorectal cancer…

Understand the process of colon cancer carcinogenesis, from genetic mutations in APC and KRAS to the progression through adenoma-carcinoma sequence. This video highlights key molecular pathways and risk factors involved…

Discover the biochemistry of carbohydrates, focusing on their structure, classification, and role as essential energy sources in the body. This video explains key concepts like monosaccharides, polysaccharides, and carbohydrate metabolism.

Understand the autonomic nervous system as this video breaks down its sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions, key neurotransmitters, and physiological effects. Perfect for grasping how the body maintains homeostasis and responds…

Explore the process of parturition, from late pregnancy hormonal changes to the stages of labor and delivery. This video explains the roles of oxytocin, prostaglandins, and uterine contractions in initiating…

Dive into the role of NOD-like receptors and the inflammasome in innate immunity, focusing on their activation pathways and inflammatory response. This video breaks down complex molecular interactions essential for…

Understand the key mechanisms of renin release, including the roles of baroreceptors, the sympathetic nervous system, and sodium levels in the distal tubule. This video simplifies how the kidneys regulate…

Explore the key renal hormones—renin, erythropoietin, and calcitriol—and their roles in blood pressure regulation, red blood cell production, and calcium balance. This video offers a clear overview of how the…