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Lipids/Fats
This presentation looks at the different type of lipids and their functions. In addition, it informs you about how much fat children and adults need.
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This presentation is going to inform you about the differenttypes of fats and their functions
,These two types
of fats are good
and healthy for
the whole body
These two types
of fats are
unhealthy and it
increases risk of
disease and
cholesterol
, THIS TYPE OF FAT IS
SEEN AS ONE OF THE
HEALTHY FATS
FUNCTIONS:
It remains stable at high temperatures – meaning it is better for cooking because it is less likely for it to become saturated (holding a lot of
fat)
It can reduce the risk of heart disease, strokes and breast cancer
This type of fat also helps the body absorb nutrients
It provides energy and it insulates our body
It keeps our skin and hair healthy
Monounsaturated fat also keeps your heart healthy by reducing total cholesterol ( cholesterol clogs up arteries)
It is needed for normal cell growth as it regulates bodily functions – like the brain
HOW MUCH DO YOU NEED?
Even though it is healthy, it is very important to NOT consume too much. No more than 25 – 35% should come from fat in our daily diets
EXCESS FAT:
Weight gain – this is because it has 9 calories per gram of fat
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE:
It has one double-bonded carbon in the molecule
It is a liquid at room temperature and solid when chilled
For example, olive oil
it contains Vitamin E which is an antioxidant
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