Nutrition: Fats
by: Tyree and Josh
What do they do?
Fats store the energy, insulate us , and protect our vital organs.
They act as messengers helping proteins do their jobs.
Major sources?
Found in:
Meat
Full fat dairy products
Sauces
Nuts
Oils
Salad Dressing
Baked goods
Lack of fat?
You will get tired easily
Your organs wont be protected
Too much? what happens bro!!!!?
Raise risk for disease
Block blood flow
Interesting facts
Fat is important for the human body. It provides us with energy, and it helps the body use vitamins A, D, E, and K. These vitamins are fat-soluble, meaning they can only be digested, absorbed, and transported with the help of fats.
Fat is also vital for maintaining healthy skin and hair, protecting our body's organs against shock, maintaining body temperature and promoting healthy cell function.
Fat also gives our foods a lot of their flavor and texture.
There are different types of fat: saturated fat, unsaturated fat and trans fat.