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Lipids
Includes triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols.
Triglycerides
Most common fat, 9 calories per gram.
Adipocytes
Fat cells that store triglycerides.
Fat-soluble vitamins
Vitamins that dissolve in fats.
Eicosanoids
Hormones acting as chemical messengers.
Cell membranes
Composed of lipids, essential for cell structure.
Cholesterol
Building block of hormones and bile acids.
Saturated Fat
Solid at room temperature, animal origin.
Unsaturated Fat
Liquid at room temperature, plant origin.
Trans Fat
Artificial fats found in processed foods.
Monounsaturated Fat
One double bond, healthier fat type.
Polyunsaturated Fat
Multiple double bonds, liquid at room temperature.
Essential Fatty Acids
Must be obtained from diet for health.
Alpha-linolenic acid
Omega-3 fatty acid from plant sources.
Linoleic acid
Omega-6 fatty acid from animal sources.
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)
Converted from ALA, beneficial for heart health.
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
Converted from ALA, supports brain health.
Lecithin
Phospholipid acting as an emulsifier.
Bile
Emulsifies fats in the small intestine.
LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein)
Bad cholesterol, promotes atherosclerosis.
HDL (High Density Lipoprotein)
Good cholesterol, reduces cardiovascular disease risk.
Lipoprotein
Transport vehicle for lipids in blood.
Atherosclerosis
Plaque buildup in arteries, increases heart disease risk.
Myocardial infarction
Heart attack due to blocked blood flow.
Cerebrovascular accident
Stroke caused by blood clot in brain.
Plant Sterols
Cholesterol-like substances from plants, lower LDL.
Statins
Medications that reduce cholesterol synthesis.
Fibrates
Medications that lower triglyceride levels.
Olestra
Indigestible fat, causes gastrointestinal issues.
Lipogenesis
Conversion of excess carbohydrates into fat.