Understanding Dietary Fats and Their Impact on Health

Saturated Fatty Acids

Fats with no double bonds in carbon chains.

Monounsaturated Fatty Acids

Fats with one double bond in carbon chains.

Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids

Fats with multiple double bonds in carbon chains.

Trans Fatty Acids

Unsaturated fats with trans configuration, harmful to health.

Fat Digestion

Process of breaking down fats into absorbable units.

Micelle

Structure aiding fat absorption in the intestine.

Lipase

Enzyme that breaks down fats into fatty acids.

Bile Acids

Substances aiding fat emulsification and digestion.

Total Cholesterol (TC)

Sum of cholesterol types in the bloodstream.

Soluble Fiber

Fiber that dissolves in water, lowers blood cholesterol.

Food Sources of Soluble Fiber

Oats, beans, apples, and citrus fruits.

Fat Metabolism

Process of utilizing absorbed fats in the body.

Chylomicrons

Lipoproteins transporting dietary fats from intestines.

Very Low-Density Lipoprotein (VLDL)

Lipoprotein that carries triglycerides from the liver.

Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL)

Lipoprotein associated with increased heart disease risk.

High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)

Lipoprotein that helps remove cholesterol from the bloodstream.

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)

Heart condition caused by narrowed coronary arteries.

Cooking Methods Impact

Preparation affects fat content and health properties.

Fatty Acid Nomenclature

System identifying fatty acids by carbon and double bonds.

Blood Lipoprotein Levels

Influence risk of coronary heart disease significantly.