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Which of the following is NOT a component of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?
What is the primary role of bile acids in fat digestion?
What is the primary role of bile acids in fat digestion?
Which type of fatty acid is primarily found in olive oil?
Which type of fatty acid is primarily found in olive oil?
What is the main function of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)?
What is the main function of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the evolution of food guidelines from 2007 to 2019?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the evolution of food guidelines from 2007 to 2019?
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What is the primary reason for the rising concern about chronic diseases like diabetes in younger generations?
What is the primary reason for the rising concern about chronic diseases like diabetes in younger generations?
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Which of the following is NOT a precursor for which fats are used to create?
Which of the following is NOT a precursor for which fats are used to create?
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What is the primary difference between monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids?
What is the primary difference between monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids?
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Study Notes
Food Guidelines Evolution
- Food guidelines have evolved since 2007, emphasizing dietary variety, dilution to lessen negative impacts of certain foods, and moderation regarding fat, sugar, salt, and calories.
- Balanced proportions are crucial for a healthy diet.
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)
- DRI is a general term for dietary standards in the US and Canada.
- It includes key components:
- Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
- Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
- Adequate Intake (AI)
- Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL)
Current Dietary Concerns
- Processed foods make up 60% of the US diet.
- A low percentage of US adults are metabolically healthy.
- Obesity rates are high: 42% of adults and 19% of children are obese.
- Diabetes/pre-diabetes affects 50% of adults.
- Chronic diseases are rising in younger generations.
- Global deficiencies exist in Iron, Vitamin E, and Calcium.
- Portion sizes have increased significantly over the past 40 years.
Fats and Lipids
Types of Fats
- Saturated Fatty Acids: Solid at room temperature; full of hydrogen; found in whole milk and coconut oil.
- Monounsaturated Fatty Acids: One double bond; includes Omega-9; common in olive oil and canola oil.
- Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids: Multiple double bonds; includes essential fatty acids (Omega-3 and Omega-6); found in sunflower oil and fish.
Trans Fats
- Created through hydrogenation.
- Naturally present in dairy (4-6%).
- Common in processed foods and margarines.
- Artificial trans fats are associated with health concerns.
Fat Digestion Process
- Mechanical breakdown in the mouth.
- Emulsification.
- Lipase action from the pancreas.
- Bile acid involvement.
- Absorption into the lymphatic system.
- Bile acid recycling (97%).
Lipoproteins and Fat Metabolism
- Lipoproteins (HDL and LDL) transport fats through the bloodstream.
- HDL returns excess cholesterol to the liver.
- Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels is important.
Role of Fats
- Energy source (9 kcal/g).
- Protection for organs.
- Energy reserve.
- Precursor for eicosanoids, phospholipids, bile acids, and steroid hormones.
Fat Sources in Foods
- High-fat foods: Donuts, butter, and fatty meats.
- Moderate-fat foods: Milk products.
- Low-fat foods: Whole grain products.
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Oil composition varies:
- Olive oil: mostly monounsaturated.
- Coconut oil: mostly saturated.
- Canola oil: mostly monounsaturated.
- Sunflower oil: mostly polyunsaturated.
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Description
Explore the evolution of food guidelines since 2007, focusing on dietary variety and moderation. Understand the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) and current dietary concerns such as obesity and chronic diseases impacting the population today.
