BIOS 12114 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Low-Density Lipoprotein, Phospholipid, Corn Oil
24 Oct 2016
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Glycerol molecules make up the backbone of all triglycerides. In response to excess dietary carbohydrate and chylomicron remnants, the liver synthesizes glycogen to store the excess energy. When the carbons in a fatty acid chain are all linked by single bonds, the fatty acid is termed unsaturated (this is false) The essential fatty acids include omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Fat absorbed from the small intestine is carried away from the small intestine by the lymphatic system. Walnuts are a good source of essential fatty acids walnuts. The most consumed polyunsaturated fatty acid in american diet is linoleic acid. Essential fatty acids are fatty acids not synthesized by the body. Why is a carbohydrate-restricted diet that results in ketosis not recommended for a non-diabetic athlete involved in endurance sports? (the ability to train will be hindered. ) The function of bile in triglyceride digestion is to break fat into small globules. The most monounsaturated fatty acids is olive oil.
