JC Home Ec Fats

Why is fat an important part of our diet?

• Because it tastes good

• Because it provides the body with so much energy

• Because it contains iron

• Because it provides the body with vitamins

What might happen if you didn't get enough fatty acids in your diet?

• Your brain wouldn't have enough energy
• Your muscles wouldn't have enough energy
• Your kidneys and liver might not function properly
• Your bones might become brittle

Which of the following items might be high in saturated fat?

• purified water
• whole wheat bread
• ice cream
• broccoli

Why is saturated fat found in so many animal products?

• Because it's part of the cell membranes of animal tissues
• Because animals must eat saturated fat to survive
• Because proteins are broken down into saturated fat when animals die
• Because saturated fat is a  key component of animal bones

If you eat too much saturated fat, cholesterol might build up:

• in your brain
• in your liver
• in your veins and arteries
• in your bones

What is the key difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

• Saturated fats are usually liquid at room temperature; unsaturated fats are usually solid

• Saturated fats stay solid at room temperature; unsaturated fats are usually liquid

• Saturated fats can be found in vegetable oils, unsaturated fats can be found in animal products

• Unsaturated fats are healthier than saturated fats

Why shouldn't you worry about getting enough fat in your diet?

• Because all fat is bad for you
• Because it's found in so many foods
• Because you don't need any fat in your diet at all
• Because you can take it as a vitamin if you don't eat it

What type fat is in this type of food? RIBEYE STEAK

• Unsaturated

• Saturated

• Polyunsaturated

What type fat is in this type of food? GUACAMOLE

• Unsaturated

• Saturated

• Polyunsaturated

What type fat is in this type of food? PASTRIES

• Unsaturated

• Saturated

• Polyunsaturated