Fat Flashcards
How much more energy does it provide that protein/carbohydrate.
2 times as much.
How much energy does 1g of fat provide?
9kcal / 38kJ
Where is excess fat stored?
In the body.
What does fat provide?
An energy reserve.
What does adipose tissue do?
Surrounds & protects vital organs. (Kidneys/liver)
Insulating layer to preserve body heat & protect skeleton.
What does fat help absorb?
Fat soluble vitamins.
What are the fat soluble vitamins?
A, D, E, K.
What are the essential fatty acids?
Omega 3 & Omega 6.
What do the essential fatty acids help reduce the risk of?
CHD
Where do you get Omega 3?
Oily fish
Where do you get Omega 6?
Nuts & seeds
What is fat?
A concentrated source of energy.
What are the 2 types of fats?
Saturated & unsaturated.
Where do you get saturated fats?
Animal foods
What do saturated fats increase the risk of? Why?
CHD & stroke. They increase cholesterol.
What are the 2 types of unsaturated fats?
Monounsaturated & polyunsaturated.
What do unsaturated fats reduce the risk of?
CHD
Where do you get monounsaturated fats?
Olive Oil
Where do you get polyunsaturated fats?
Oily fish, sunflower oil, nuts, seeds & pulses.
How are trans fats formed? Why are they made?
When oils are hydrogenated. More solid & versatile.
Where are trans fats found?
Readymade buns, cakes & biscuits.
What are the symptoms of a deficiency of fat?
Hair growth for insulation.
Difficult absorbing & using fat soluble vitamins.
Weight loss
