Fats

• what are fats used for by the body?

  for energy
• What do fats form?

  They form an insulating layer under the skin which keeps us warm
• What is another function of fats?

  Protect our bones, arteries and organs
• What are they a source of ?

  Fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K)
• What are the 2 types of fats?

  Unsaturated and saturated fats
• What happens to food when they absorb fat? (When fried or roasted in fats)

  The fat and energy content of the dish increases
• What happens when we cook in fat for a short period (e.g. stir frying)?

  Can help absorb other important nutrients like vitamin A
• What can happen to some fats if they are at high temperatures?

  Can be damaged
• What is one way we can preserve some fats from not being damaged?

  An example would be fish with omega-3 can be preserved by boiling compared to frying
• What can some fats such as oils cause when heated at high temperatures for too long?

  Toxic substances