Question

Compare saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acids based on their (a) chemical structure, (b) effects on health, and (c) usual food sources. Are plant fats always better?

Answer 1

* Saturated fat : Chemical Struture : → Saturated fats does not have double bonds in their Chemical Structure. They are Saturated with hydrogen atom Eleit on health : → Saturated fats raise low density lipids (60) bad Cholesterol. Saturated fat mau build up in arteries which leads to risk of heart diseases. food source : * Fish, seafood, Nuts, seeds and also plant oils are - sources for Saturated fat. * un saturated fat : Chemical Stoucture: + unsaturated fattyauid contains hydrocarbon molecules I have two Carbons that Share double or triple bonds. - They are not saturated with hydrogen atome. Ehteet on health : -> Unsaturated fats are health fats, they are important - for healthy diet. → Unsaturated fats deduce risk of high blood cholesterol levels. food + Source : Avocados oil, olive oil, peanut butter, vegetable oils, almonds and cashews etc.

* Monoun saturated fat : Chemical Stouture : → These are the fatty aids with a single double - bond between the Carbon atoms. Effect on health : → Monounsaturated fats reduce the bad cholesterol levels in our blood and also reduce the risk of heart disease * They provide nutrients to develop and maintain body cells. Food Source : * Nuts, olive oil, Sunflower oil, peanut butter, sesame oil.

plant fats Contains monounsaturated fats rich in polyphenols, poly unsaturated fats and are healthy fats. plants fats are always better. -