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Cholesterol is an essential compound that contributes to a variety of physiological functions integral to human life. Obtained from dietary sources and synthesized within organs such as the liver, cholesterol
serves as a precursor to both fat-soluble vitamins and steroid hormones.
Interest in the philosophy of Biology as an academic discipline has grown in the past three decades, in parallel to the rising prominence of the biological sciences (1).
It gets us out of bed in the morning, it makes us functional in the afternoon, it keeps us awake on the drive home from work, and it is one of the most consumed dietary ingredients throughout the world.
Whether you are on the new SmartChoice20 meal plan or the SmartChoice5 meal plan, eating at an all-you-can-eat buffet several times a week can start to weigh down on you.
We all hear about climate change, species extinction, and impending environmental collapse. We see commercials, books, and films dedicated to inspiring action to save endangered species. However, species preservation is not as simple as human goodwill – investing in saving a species is an economic investment as well.