Chapter 5 - Fat Flashcards
What are the functions of fat in the body?
Transport of fat-soluble vitamins, insulation, storing fat for energy, hormone regulation, nervous system/ neuro transmission, components of cell membranes, padding organs, and bile
What are the functions of fat in food?
Flavor, aroma, texture, satiety, fat-soluble vitamins, source of some essential fatty acids
absorption is better
What are the classes of lipids?
Triglycerides and fatty acids, sterols (cholesterols), and phospholipids
How much of the diet is triglycerides and fatty acids?
98%
What class of fats provide energy?
Triglycerides and fatty acids
What are fatty acids?
A string of carbon, a methyl group, and an acid group on the other end
What does saturated fat look like?
No double bonds, saturated with hydrogens
How many double bonds does unsaturated fat have?
One double bond (this is monounsaturated fat)
How many double bonds does Poly-unsaturated fat have?
3 double bonds
How many double bonds does Linoleic Acid have?
2 double bonds, is also a polyunsaturated fat
What does a triglyceride look like?
A glycerol backbone, three fatty acids connected to a glycerol, or 3 carbon backbone with 3 oxygen
What are the properties of saturated fat?
It is solid at room temperature
What are food sources of saturated fat?
Fatty meats, coconut oil, palm oil, butter
What are the health implications of saturated fat?
Higher LDL, increased risk for cardiovascular disease
What are the properties of monounsaturated fatty acids?
In between liquid at room temperature, can be solid in cooler temperatures
What are food sources of monounsaturated fatty acids?
Avocados, canola, nuts, peanut butter, olive oil
What are the health implications of monounsaturated fatty acids?
Reduction in LDL
What are the properties of polyunsaturated fatty acids?
Liquid at room temperature, and in colder temperatures is liquid
What are food sources of Polyunsaturated fatty acids?
soy, corn oil, nuts, fish
What are the health implications for Polyunsaturated fatty acids?
Decreased risk for cardiovascular disease, decreased LDL, increased HDL
What are the types of Polyunsaturated fatty acids?
Omega-6 and Omega-3
Are linoleic and linolenic acids essential Polyunsaturated fatty acids?
yes
What is linoleic acid?
Omega-6 fatty acids (oils).
Ex. corn, soybean oil, safflower, margarine, mayonnaise