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What percentage of the lipids in the diet are triacylglycerols?
Which enzyme is secreted by Ebner's glands?
Why is the activity of lingual lipase minimal?
What is the optimal pH for gastric lipase activity?
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In which condition is gastric lipase particularly active?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a reason for the importance of lipids in the diet?
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Study Notes
Lipids in Diet
- An average adult consumes 100-150 grams of lipids per day
- Triacylglycerols make up 99% of dietary lipids, with phospholipids, cholesterol, and fat-soluble vitamins comprising the remaining 1%
Importance of Lipids
- Lipids are a primary source of energy for the body
- They supply essential fatty acids
- Lipids provide fat-soluble vitamins (cholesterol)
- Lipids enhance the palatability of food
Digestion of Triacylglycerols
Enzymes Involved
- Lingual lipase
- Gastric lipase
- Pancreatic lipase
- Intestinal lipase
Lingual Lipase
- Secreted by Ebner's glands on the tongue's dorsal surface
- Has minimal effect on triacylglycerol digestion due to short food residence time in the mouth
Gastric Lipase
- Optimal pH is 7, but it cannot act in the adult stomach (pH 1-2)
- May be beneficial in infants' stomach (pH 5) for breaking down milk fats
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Description
Discover the importance of lipids in our diet, including their role in energy supply, essential fatty acids, and fat-soluble vitamins. Learn about the daily consumption of lipids and their composition.
