Fats

Question 1

Composition of fats?

Answer 1

Fats are made up of three fatty acids and one glycerol. Elemental composition is C.H.O, carbon, hydrogen and oxygen

Question 2

Classification of fats?

Answer 2

Saturates and unsaturated fats

Question 3

Sources of saturated fats?

Answer 3

Butter, milk, meat, cheese, eggs, cream

Question 4

Sources of unsaturated fats?

Answer 4

Sunflower oil, olive oil, nuts, seeds, fish oils (e.g. cod liver oil), oily fish

Question 5

Functions of fats?

Answer 5

Heat and energy

Contains fat soluble vitamins A,D,E,K

A layer of fat under the skin (adipose tissue) insulates the body and prevents heat loss

Protects delicate organs

Gives a feeling of fullness and delays hunger

Question 6

Fat facts

Answer 6

Fat is very important however it should only be eaten in very small amounts

Current healthy eating guidelines tell us to reduce the amount of fat in our diet

Over intake of fat can lead to health problems such as obesity and heart problems