🍐 In this episode of PodBites, Amr and Abdulrahman break down the pentose phosphate pathway — glycolysis’s side quest that keeps cells protected, building, and alive under oxidative stress. 🎙️ Tune in to explore: What the pentose phosphate pathway is and why it matters The two main products: NADPH and ribose-5-phosphate Oxidative vs non-oxidative phases and why one is irreversible G6PD as the rate-limiting enzyme The role of NADPH in glutathione, oxidative stress, and the respiratory burst Key clinical ties like G6PD deficiency and hemolytic anemia How the pathway links back to glycolysis 🌟 A clear, high-yield explanation that turns PPP from a memorization headache into a pathway that actually clicks.