Lipids, Not Carbohydrates, Provide Essential Insulation
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, lipids are essential chemical compounds in all of the body's cells, playing a critical role in providing insulation to regulate body temperature. This function is distinct from that of carbohydrates, which are primarily a source of readily available energy. The answer to what provides insulation, carbohydrates or lipids, unequivocally points to lipids due to their unique molecular structure and properties.
