Fats
Jyno Pierre, Brooklyn International High School
EATWISE Intern Spring 06
Fat is a major source of energy for the body. Fat is also important for proper growth, development and maintenance of good health. People consume fats in both plant and animal derived food products. There are various types of fat: Trans Fats, Saturated Fats and Unsaturated Fats.
Trans Fats are mostly found in baked goods, snacks and processed food (French fries, burgers, potato chips, etc...) Trans Fat is also harmful and unbeneficial to the body.
Saturated fats are mainly considered to be animal fats such as meat, eggs and milk. Some plants foods are also high in saturated fats including coconut oil and palm oil. Sea Food is the only exception, meaning that it doesn’t make part of the saturated food group.
Unlike saturated fats, unsaturated fats are commonly found in products deriving from plants such as nuts, seeds, peanuts and corn.
Although, fat is needed for proper function of the body but an increased intake of fats in daily basis could actually put an individual at risk of having heart disease such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure and heart failure. Exercise or regular physical activity may help the body's systems function better.
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