NUTR100 Chapter Notes -Retina, Omega-3 Fatty Acid, Glycogen

• School: University of Alberta
• Department: Nutrition
• Course: NUTR100
• Professor: Sabina Valentine

Document Summary

Fat is very energy dense, containing 9 kcal/g: much of the energy used during rest comes from fat. Fat is used for energy during exercise, especially after glycogen is depleted. Essential fatty acids: two fatty acids cannot be synthesized in the body and must be obtained in the diet. Fat soluble vitamins: vitamins a,d, e, and k are soluble in fat; fat is required for their transport. Fat is essential to many body functions: cell membrane structure, nerve cell transmissions, protection of internal organs. Fat provides flavour and texture to foods fat contributes to making us feel satiated because. Fats are more energy dense than carbs or protein. How much fat: the acceptable macronutrient distribution range (amdr) for fat: 20-35% of calories from fat, athletes and highly active people may need more energy from carbs and can reduce their fat intake to 20-25% of total calories.