Dietary Fats: Know Which to Choose - Quiz

What are the two main kinds of dietary fats?

• Trans and Monounsaturated fats

• Omega-3 and Omega-6 fats

• Polyunsaturated and Trans fats

• Saturated and Unsaturated fats

Which type of fat is usually solid at room temperature?

• Saturated fats

• Unsaturated fats

• Omega-3 fats

• Polyunsaturated fats

Which of the following is a source of monounsaturated fats?

• Coconut oil

• Olive oil

• Palm oil

• Butter

What is the recommended daily calorie percentage from saturated fats according to the American Heart Association?

• 5% to 6%

• 20% to 25%

• 10% to 15%

• 15% to 20%

Which type of fat is known to raise bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol?

• Monounsaturated fats

• Omega-3 fats

• Polyunsaturated fats

• Trans fats

Which of the following foods is high in omega-3 fatty acids?

• Salmon

• Butter

• Beef

• Coconut oil

What is a potential health benefit of omega-3 fatty acids?

• Lowering levels of triglycerides

• Raising blood pressure

• Increase in bad cholesterol

• Increase in saturated fat levels

Which of the following is a common source of saturated fats in U.S. diets?

• Almonds

• Olive oil

• Sandwiches

• Avocado

What is the effect of replacing saturated fats with monounsaturated fats?

• Increase in bad cholesterol

• Decrease in omega-3 levels

• Decrease in triglycerides

• Increase in saturated fat levels

Which of the following is a tip to reduce unhealthy fat in your diet?

• Use butter instead of plant-based oils

• Choose lean meat and skinless poultry

• Add more processed foods

• Increase intake of full-fat dairy products