Fats & Oils

The definition of an oil is 

• Fat that is solid at room temperature 
• Fat that is liquid at room temperature 
• Any yellow or green liquid 
• Greasy substance that only contains saturated fats 

Crisco is an example of what type of fat?

• Monounsaturated 
• Trans 
• Polyunsaturated
• Saturated 

What is Hydrogenation?    & Is it good for us?

• Hydrogen atoms converting a solid fat into liquid/NO
• Hydrogen atoms converting a solid fat into liquid/YES 
• Hydrogen atoms converting an oil into a solid form/ NO
• Hydrogen atoms converting an oil into a solid form/ YES

Why should trans fats be avoided as much as possible?

• They Increase LDL & Decrease HDL
• They decrease LDL & Increase HDL

Why are LDLs (Low-Density Lipoproteins) considered "losers"

• They are found in every fatty food 
• They transport excess cholesterol back to liver 
• They transport excess cholesterol to arteries 
• They are processed through the body very slowly 

Why are HDLS (High-Density Lipoproteins) considered the "heroes"?

• They transport excess cholesterol back to liver 
• They transport excess cholesterol to arteries 
• They are processed through the body very quickly 
• They are found in every fatty food 

A stick of butter is what type of fat?

• Saturated Fat
• Polyunsaturated Fat
• Monounsaturated Fat

What type of fat is the BEST to consume?

• Trans 
• Polyunsaturated 
• Monounsaturated 
• Saturated 

What are some examples of monounsaturated  fats?

• Butter, mayonaise, dairy 
• Vegetable oil 
• Olive oil, avocados, peanuts 
• Animal products 

Which of the following is NOT a result of high-fat diet 

• High Cholesterol
• Improved circulation
• Heart Disease 
• Obesity