10 Questions
Monounsaturated fats are found in high concentrations in olive, peanut, and cannabis oils.
False
Avocados are a good source of polyunsaturated fats.
False
The American Heart Association recommends a diet that provides 20% from MUFA for healthy American adults.
False
Polyunsaturated fats lower HDL levels according to the American Heart Association dietary guidelines.
False
The American Heart Association recommends a diet that provides up to 10% from PUFA for healthy American adults.
True
Monounsaturated fats lower HDL levels according to the American Heart Association dietary guidelines.
False
Polyunsaturated fats lower total cholesterol levels and raise HDL levels according to the American Heart Association dietary guidelines.
True
The American Heart Association recommends a diet that provides 15% from MUFA for healthy American adults.
False
Avocados are a good source of polyunsaturated fats.
False
The American Heart Association recommends a diet that provides up to 10% from PUFA for healthy American adults.
True
Study Notes
Fatty Acids and Health
- Monounsaturated fats (MUFA) are found in high concentrations in olive, peanut, and cannabis oils.
- Avocados are a good source of polyunsaturated fats (PUFA).
- The American Heart Association recommends a diet that provides 20% of daily calories from MUFA for healthy American adults.
- Polyunsaturated fats (PUFA) lower HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
- The American Heart Association recommends a diet that provides up to 10% of daily calories from PUFA for healthy American adults.
- Monounsaturated fats (MUFA) also lower HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
- Polyunsaturated fats (PUFA) lower total cholesterol levels and raise HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
- The American Heart Association recommends a diet that provides 15% of daily calories from MUFA for healthy American adults.
Test your knowledge on monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats with this quiz. Learn about the sources of monounsaturated fats like olive oil, avocados, and nuts, as well as the benefits of polyunsaturated fats in maintaining heart health.
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