Unit 3 - lipids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the major form of lipid found in the body?
A
Triclycerides
2
Q
What is the DRI fat recommendation?
A
20-35% from dietary fat
3
Q
What is the DRI % of saturated fat?
A
10% but keep trans fat as low as possible
4
Q
What is the DRI % for polyunsaturated fatty acids?
A
5-10% from linoleic acid (omega 6)
0.6-1.2% from linolenic acid (omega 3)
5
Q
What is a fat-based fat replacer?
A
Olestra
6
Q
Is it the type of fat or the amount of fat that is to blame for higher rates of heart disease?
A
type of fat
