Fats

• What is a solid fat made from vegetable oils?

  Margarine
• Where do vegetable oils come from?

  Seeds and the flesh of fruit
• What are the functions of fat?

  • Provides energy
  • Keeps us warm
  • Protects internal organs
  • Absorbs fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, K
• What is the main nutrient in fats and oils?

  Fat
• What information is required by law on food packaging?

  Name, quantity, and country of origin
• Why is food packaged?

  To protect from damage and contamination
• What are the functions of fat in cooking?

  • Shortening: prevents gluten formation
  • Aeration: adds air to mixtures
  • Preservation: retains moisture
  • Frying: cooks food in fat
  • Spreading: forms waterproof coating
  • Laminating: separates pastry layers
  • Emulsifying: mixes oil with liquid
• What are saturated fats mainly derived from?

  Animal sources
• Why are saturated fats considered less healthy?

  They can raise blood cholesterol levels
• What health risks are associated with high saturated fat intake?

  Increased risk of heart disease and stroke
• What are unsaturated fats found in?

  Plant-based foods
• What can prolonged weight gain lead to?

  Heart disease and type 2 diabetes
• What are tips for reducing fat in the diet?

  • Choose lower fat foods
  • Use yogurt instead of cream
  • Reduce processed meat intake
  • Grill or bake instead of frying
  • Choose lean cuts of meat
  • Trim visible fat from meat
  • Opt for lower fat dairy
  • Read food labels for fat content
  • Cook from scratch
• What is cholesterol?

  A fatty substance in blood and food
• What happens in coronary heart disease?

  Blood flow to the heart is reduced
• What is the role of shortening in baking?

  Prevents gluten formation for texture
• What is lamination in pastry making?

  Pressing layers of dough and fat together
• What is an emulsion?

  A fine dispersion of fat in liquid
• What does aeration involve in cooking?

  Adding air to a mixture
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of different packaging materials?

  Advantages:

  • Paperboard: Lightweight, recyclable
  • Metal: Lightweight, printable, recyclable
  • Glass: Long shelf life, reusable
  • Plastic: Lightweight, clear visibility

  
  

  Disadvantages:

  • Paperboard: Not durable, not weatherproof
  • Metal: Cannot see food content
  • Glass: Heavy, breaks easily
  • Plastic: Not all recyclable