Fats Flashcards
1
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Elements
A
Carbon, oxygen and hydrogen
2
Q
1g=
A
9kcals
3
Q
Made up of
A
Glycerol and three fatty acids
4
Q
Classification
A
Saturated and unsaturated
5
Q
Saturated
A
Increase cholesterol
6
Q
Three types of sat fat
A
Meat fat, cream and butter
7
Q
Unsaturated Fat
A
Lowers cholesterol
8
Q
Three examples of unsaturated fats
A
Oily fish, nuts and cereals
9
Q
Cholesterol
A
A fatty substance that builds up In the archeries
10
Q
Functions of fat
A
Concentrated source of heat and Energy
Protects delicate organs eg heart
Provides insulation
Source of fat soluble vits ADEK
11
Q
Ri
A
30% of total energy intake
