Metabolism & Nutrition, Part 1: Crash Course Anatomy & Physiology #36

Metabolism is a complex process that has a lot more going on than personal trainers and commercials might have you believe. Today we are exploring some of its key parts, including vital nutrients -- such as water, vitamins, minerals, carbs, fats, and proteins -- as well as how anabolic reactions build structures and require energy, while catabolic reactions tear things apart and release energy. Pssst... we made flashcards to help you review the content in this episode! Find them on the free Crash Course App! Download it here for Apple Devices: Download it here for Android Devices: -- Chapters: Introduction: Metabolism 00:00 Metabolism, Anabolism, & Catabolism 2:30 Essential Nutrients: Water, Vitamins, Minerals 3:47 Carbohydrates 4:44 Lipids 5:53 Proteins 7:15 Review 9:22 Credits 9:57 *** Crash Course is on Patreon! You can support us directly by signing up at