Normal functioning of cells and metabolism

All the cell membranes are mainly composed of phospholipids that for their part are built to become slightly different with regard to their composition and functioning, depending on the characteristics and ratios of the fatty acids available. The structure of phospholipids affects the elasticity of cell membranes and their ability to carry nutrients into cells, and on the other hand, to remove the end products of the metabolic system and waste products out of the cells. Therefore, the structure of those phospholipids has eventually an impact on the efficiency of all the interaction between cells.

All the tissues are composed of cells that are quite different and specialized regarding their functions: brain cells, nerve cells, red and white blood cells, muscle cells, fat cells, skin cells, cells in connective tissues. Therefore, it isn’t any wonder, if the deficiency or imbalance of the essential fatty acids has some kind of effects that are often manifested first in the condition of skin, hair and nails. A part of these effects advance slowly and they are difficult to notice; in the long run they, however, are fateful while promoting the development of chronic diseases.