Dietary Guidelines
Omega-3s
LCHF Diet
Functions of Lipids
Healthy Dietary Fat Sources
100
What percentage of total daily calories should come from fats?

20-35%

100

This food is a major source of omega-3s.

Fish (as well as soybeans, chia seeds, flaxseeds, oysters)

100

This diet involves eating low amounts of carbohydrates and high amounts of fat in order to induce a state of ketosis.

Ketogenic diet

100

These micronutrients, such as A, D, E, and K are important for health.

Fat-soluble vitamins

100

This type of fat is found frequently in highly processed foods and should be limited.

Trans fat

200

Athletes should eat (less/same/more) fats than non-athletes.

Same

200

This is known as the "pro-inflammatory" fatty acid

Omega-6

200

Studies have shown that this type of diet may have a beneficial effect for endurance athletes.

Low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet

200

Which fat-soluble vitamin is important for healthy eyesight?

Vitamin A

200

This is a healthy source of fat (name one).

Fish, nuts, seeds, eggs (and many more)

300

This fatty acid is primarily found in fish and seeds.

Omega-3 fatty acid

300

Omega-3 supplementation can be good for this group of people due to its positive effects on lower-body strength and brain health.

Older adults

300
LCHF diets may improve endurance sport performance due to athletes' improved ability to utilize this fuel source.

Stored fat

300

These lipophilic messengers, such as cortisol and thyroxine, are important for gene regulation and expression.

Fat-soluble hormones
300

This type of fat is mostly found in animal products, but is also found in coconut oil and cocoa butter.

Saturated fat

400

This fatty acid is found in many seeds and seed oils, and should be monitored to ensure a proper amount.

Omega-6 fatty acid

400

Omega-3s can lead to improved athletic performance due to better oxidation of this macronutrient.

Fats

400

High fat diets are most helpful for this group of athletes.

Endurance athletes

400

Dietary fats help contribute these qualities to foods, making them more appealing.

Flavor and texture

400

This type of fat contains a double bond in the hydrocarbon chain, causing a "bend" in the fatty acid tail.

Unsaturated fat

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