Chapter 5 (part 2) Flashcards
Family of Lipids
- triglycerides
- phospholipids
- sterols
Composition of phospholipids
- 1 glycerol
- 2 fatty acids
- 1 phosphate molecule
(choline)
The best known phospholipid
lecithin
Points on Lecithin
Fa part makes phospholipids soluble in fat
phosphate group/glycerol group allows phospholipids to dissolve in water
-Phospholipids can be used as emulsifiers in foods (mayos , candy bars)
Emulsifier
-substance with both water soluble and fat soluble portions that promote mixing of oils and fats in watery solutions
Phospholipids in food
- eggs
- liver
- soybeans
- wheat germ
- peanuts
Points on phospholipid functions
- constituents of cell membranes
- help fat soluble substances
- emulsifiers-keep fats suspended in blood/body fluids
What makes lecithin?
the liver
most famous multi-ring structure sterol
-cholesterol
Where does cholesterol originate from?
- meats
- eggs
- dairy
- poultry
- fish
How much cholesterol does liver make?
800-1500 mg/day
Plant Sterols
interfere with cholesterol absorption
What is good vs bad cholesterol alluding to?
-blood cholesterol levels
Role of Sterols
makes bile, sex hormones, cortisol, vitamin D
-components of cell membrane
Are hydrophobic or hydrophilic?
hydrophobic