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LIPIDS
A group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents, commonly known as fats.
Triglycerides
A type of lipid made from glycerol and three fatty acid chains, serving as a major form of energy storage in the body.
Sterols
A class of lipids essential for cell membrane structure; cholesterol is the most well-known sterol.
Saturated Fatty Acids
Fatty acids with no double bonds between carbon atoms, solid at room temperature, found in foods like butter and cheese.
Unsaturated Fatty Acids
Fatty acids that contain one or more double bonds, liquid at room temperature, typically found in plant oils.
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
Fatty acids with one double bond, associated with lower LDL cholesterol levels and found in olive oil and avocados.
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids
Fatty acids with multiple double bonds, can lower LDL cholesterol and increase HDL levels, includes omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Essential fatty acids found in fish and flaxseeds, important for heart health and reducing inflammation.
Omega-6 Fatty Acids
Essential fatty acids found in various oils, necessary for growth and maintenance of healthy bones.
Cholesterol
A waxy, hydrophobic substance that is an essential component of cell membranes and a precursor for steroid hormones.
Low-Density Lipoproteins (LDLs)
Known as 'bad' cholesterol, which can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing heart disease risk.
High-Density Lipoproteins (HDLs)
Known as 'good' cholesterol, which helps transport cholesterol away from the arteries and to the liver for processing.
Trans Fats
Unsaturated fats that have been hydrogenated to become solid, commonly found in processed foods; associated with negative health outcomes.
Visceral Fat
Fat that surrounds vital organs, which can be harmful in excess and associated with chronic diseases.
Adipose Tissue
Body fat stored in fat cells, which plays a role in energy storage and insulation.
Hydrogenation
The process of adding hydrogen to unsaturated fats to make them solid; often used to create trans fats.
Cholesterol Sources
Primarily found in animal products like meat, cheese, and eggs.
Dietary Fibre
Non-digestible carbohydrates that help reduce cholesterol absorption in the bloodstream.
