Functions
which of these is NOT a function of fat?
support immune system, hormone production, provide insulation, help regulate blood sugar
your body needs fat to stay healthy
true
which type of fat is healthier for you?
unsaturated
which contains more fat: whole milk or 2% milk?
whole milk
what fruit is known to contain healthy fats?
avocado
what does fat help protect and cushion in the body?
organs
fat helps you feel full after eating
true
what type of fat does butter mostly contain?
saturated fat
what is a type of nut that contains healthy fat?
almonds, nuts, walnuts, cashews
adipose tissue
what specific type of fat helps support brain and cardiovascular health? (must be specific)
omega-3's
eating fat makes you automatically gain weight
false
name 1 way to replace saturated fat with unsaturated fat
replace butter with olive oil, choose fish instead of beef
which has more fat: pretzels or potato chips?
potato chips
how many calories are in 1 gram of fat
9 calories
name 1 vitamin that needs fat in order to be absorbed
A, D, E, K
most saturated fat comes from plant foods
false - mostly from animal products
which type of fat is solid at room temperature?
saturated
what is one source of fat that does not come from an animal?
Nuts, seeds, avocado, or vegetable oils.
what are the 2 types of unsaturated fats?
monounsaturated and polyunsaturated
what is the part of the cell structure that fat helps form?
phospholipid bilayer
the body can make all the fat it needs
false - essential fatty acids can ONLY come from the diet
what is the type of cholesterol (aka "bad cholesterol") that is raised by eating more foods high in saturated fat?
LDL
name 2 foods that contain omega-3 fats
Salmon, sardines, walnuts, chia seeds, flaxseeds
what does "essential fatty acid" mean?
fats that the body cannot produce on its own and therefore must get from food sources (alpha-linolenic acid/omega-3 and linoleic acid/omega-6)