AP DIETARY FAT

What is the energy content of a gram of fat compared to a gram of carbohydrate or protein?

• A gram of fat provides 4kcal of energy.

• A gram of fat provides 7kcal of energy.

• A gram of fat provides 9kcal of energy.

• A gram of fat provides 12kcal of energy.

When excess energy is consumed, it is stored in adipose tissue as _______.

• fatty acids

• glycogen

• glucose

• triglycerides

Which of the following are the four major dietary fats found in food?

• Saturated fats, Hydrogenated fats, Unsaturated fats, Omega-3 fats

• Saturated fats, Trans fats, Monounsaturated fats, Polyunsaturated fats

• Saturated fats, Polyunsaturated fats, Monounsaturated fats, Omega-6 fats

• Saturated fats, Trans fats, Polyunsaturated fats, Omega-9 fats

Which of the following statements is true about saturated fats?

• They are primarily found in plant-based foods.

• They are liquid at room temperature.

• They lower LDL cholesterol levels.

• They are solid at room temperature.

A food label indicating saturated fat content of 1.5g or less per 100g suggests a moderate amount.

• True

• False