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• What effect does polyunsaturated fat have on blood HDL levels?

  It increases blood HDL.
• What is the effect of polyunsaturated fat on LDL levels?

  It lowers LDL.
• What essential fatty acids are found in polyunsaturated fats?

  Omegas 3 and 6.
• How does polyunsaturated fat affect the risk of heart disease?

  It reduces the risk of heart disease.
• What is cholesterol?

  A waxy substance in the blood.
• What is HDL commonly referred to as?

  Good cholesterol.
• What is LDL commonly referred to as?

  Not good cholesterol.
• What can LDL do to arteries?

  LDL can block arteries.
• How does the body obtain cholesterol?

  The body naturally produces cholesterol and it is also obtained from fats.
• What happens when two carbon atoms are joined together?

  They form one double bond.
• What is the effect of polyunsaturated fat on heart disease risk?

  It reduces heart disease risk.
• What are the characteristics of polyunsaturated fats?

  • Liquid fats at room temperature
  • Found in sunflower/corn oils, whole grains, walnuts, flax seeds, oily fish
• What are the characteristics of monounsaturated fats?

  • Foods containing monounsaturated fat include:
  • Avocados
  • Almonds
  • Olives and olive oil
  • Hazelnuts
• What are the functions of fats in the body?

  • Provide insulation and body warmth
  • Protect vital organs
  • Hormone production
  • Carrier of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, K
  • Contains essential fatty acids
• What is the difference between fats and oils?

  • Fats are typically solid at room temperature
  • Oils are typically liquid at room temperature
• What are the characteristics of saturated fats?

  • Hard/firm fats at room temperature
  • Found in meat, sausages, bacon, cheese, cream, butter, pastries, cakes, biscuits, lard, and some margarines