Fats (Lipids) (Junior Cert Home Economics): Flashcards
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Alternative name for fats
Alternative name for fats
Lipids
Energy content of fats per gram
Energy content of fats per gram
9 kcal per gram
Structure of one fat unit
Structure of one fat unit
3 fatty acids + 1 glycerol molecule
3 elements in fat composition
3 elements in fat composition
Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O)
Do saturated fats contain cholesterol?
Do saturated fats contain cholesterol?
Yes
Where are saturated fats typically found
Where are saturated fats typically found
Animal-based foods
Do unsaturated fats contain cholesterol?
Do unsaturated fats contain cholesterol?
No
Type of unsaturated fat in oily fish
Type of unsaturated fat in oily fish
Omega-3 fats
2 benefits of Omega-3 fats
2 benefits of Omega-3 fats
Brain development & reducing blood cholesterol
Max daily fat intake for adults (g)
Max daily fat intake for adults (g)
70g per day
Max daily saturated fat limit (g)
Max daily saturated fat limit (g)
20g per day
4 fat-soluble vitamins from fats
4 fat-soluble vitamins from fats
A, D, E, K
Role of adipose tissue
Role of adipose tissue
Maintains body temperature (fat under skin)
How saturated fats cause heart disease
How saturated fats cause heart disease
Increase cholesterol, block arteries, raise heart attack risk
3 low-fat cooking methods
3 low-fat cooking methods
Grilling, steaming, baking