Elements
Carbon, oxygen and hydrogen
1g=
9kcals
Made up of
Glycerol and three fatty acids
Classification
Saturated and unsaturated
Saturated
Increase cholesterol
Three types of sat fat
Meat fat, cream and butter
Unsaturated Fat
Lowers cholesterol
Three examples of unsaturated fats
Oily fish, nuts and cereals
Cholesterol
A fatty substance that builds up In the archeries
Functions of fat
Concentrated source of heat and Energy
Protects delicate organs eg heart
Provides insulation
Source of fat soluble vits ADEK
Ri
30% of total energy intake