Fun Facts
How many calories are in 1 pound of fat?
3500
Name a healthy fat
Olives, avocado, olive oil, nuts, seeds, salmon, etc.
How much of our brain is composed of fat?
60%
Fat's can be found in these 2 places
Animals and plants
Name the 3 macronutrients
Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins
This candy was invented for soldiers on the field to carry around in their pockets, and not melt.
M&M's
Name a visible fat
Butter, lard, margarine, animal fat, oil, etc.
What is used to make hummus?
Chickpeas
What are the 2 types of fat on our bodies?
Brown and white
This macro is used SECOND for energy by the body
Fat!
An olive is in what food group?
Fruit
Name a type of fat that helps remove cholesterol from the body.
Any plant source of fat
What is the most popular ice cream flavor in the US?
Vanilla
These are the fat soluble vitamins
A,D,E,K
Why are they called "Macro" nutrients?
Because we need them in large amounts
What manufacturer makes the McDonalds MCNUGGET?
Tyson
How does pound cake get it's name?
By the ingredients! Pound of sugar, pound of butter, pound of eggs
Lipids, triglycerides
About how much of our intake should be from fat?
About 30%
Honey
Name the food item that is 100% fat (no protein or carbohydrates in it)
Oil!
What is the structural difference between saturated fats and unsaturated fats?
Answer Options: Single bonds vs. double bonds, saturated with carbons vs not, or drawing on the board
Name 2 things you know about saturated fats
Solid at room temp, "bad" cholesterol, food source (butter, lard, meat source, etc), can clog arteries
Name the 2 MICROnutrients
Vitamins, Minerals