Do you know your fats?

Hi Guys,

Please answer the following questions so that i can evaluate if the main messages on fat or effectively communicated, or not. Thanks!


1. What are the 4 types of fats found in the diet?


2. What are sources of saturated fats in the diet?

3. Are saturated fats good or bad for you?

4. Are man made trans (or hydrogenated) fats ok to consume?

5. Please list the main sources of man made trans (hydrogenated) fats in the diet

6. What are some good sources of monounsaturated fats?

7. What are sources of Omega 6 fats in the diet & what are sources of omega 3 fats in the diet?

8. What strategies can you implement to balance your intake of the omega 3 and the omega 6 fats?

9. How do we recommend distributing your intake of saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats in your diet?

10. Please list any questions/concerns/comments regarding your lessons on fats. Thanks!