Health Chapter 7 Reading Assignment - Fats

How much more energy do fats contain compared to carbohydrates per gram?

• The same amount

• Twice as much

• Half as much

• Three times as much

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a source of fat in the text?

• Butter

• Cream

• Cheese

• Rice

According to the text, which food has only a trace amount of fat?

• Meat

• Butter

• Vegetables

• Cheese

What happens to butter if it is not kept chilled and wrapped?

• It becomes more solid.

• It becomes rancid.

• It becomes sweeter.

• It becomes more liquid.

What is the effect of fat on insulin levels when consumed moderately?

• It raises insulin levels.

• It lowers insulin levels.

• It keeps insulin levels steady.

• It has no effect on insulin levels.

What is the term for the process when butter is exposed to air and becomes spoiled?

• Fermentation

• Rancidity

• Pasteurization

• Emulsification

Where are saturated fats commonly found in large amounts?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Dairy products and meats

• Nuts and seeds

• Fish and poultry

What is the relationship between saturated fat and food allergies according to scientists?

• Saturated fat increases food allergies.

• Saturated fat has no effect on food allergies.

• Saturated fat reduces food allergies.

• Saturated fat causes food allergies.

Which of the following is a source of polyunsaturated fat?

• Butter

• Olive oil

• Soybean oil

• Coconut oil

What is the pronunciation of linoleic acid as given in the text?

• lin-oh-lee-ick

• lin-oh-lay-ick

• lin-oh-lie-ick

• lin-oh-lay-ack