FATS
Fats, also known as lipids, are a diverse group of compounds
are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. They p
crucial roles in energy storage, insulation, and cellular structu
Types of Fats
Fats can be categorised into several types based on their
chemical structure:
Triglycerides: The most common type of fat, compose
one glycerol and three fatty acids.
Phospholipids:
Composed of
, FATS
FATS
Dietary Sources
The different types of fatty acids can be obtained throug
different foods:
Saturated: red and processed meats, processed dair
like cheese, coconut oil, and palm oil
Unsaturated: olive oil, nuts, avocados, olives, oily fish,
and legumes.
Trans: animal products, and artificial sources like
margarine, chips, fast foods, and packaged snacks.
Fats, also known as lipids, are a diverse group of compounds
are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. They p
crucial roles in energy storage, insulation, and cellular structu
Types of Fats
Fats can be categorised into several types based on their
chemical structure:
Triglycerides: The most common type of fat, compose
one glycerol and three fatty acids.
Phospholipids:
Composed of
, FATS
FATS
Dietary Sources
The different types of fatty acids can be obtained throug
different foods:
Saturated: red and processed meats, processed dair
like cheese, coconut oil, and palm oil
Unsaturated: olive oil, nuts, avocados, olives, oily fish,
and legumes.
Trans: animal products, and artificial sources like
margarine, chips, fast foods, and packaged snacks.
