FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Animal and vegetable fats serve as a concentrated energy source and are the highest energy sources in feedstuffs. Fats contain 2.25 times the calories per gram than protein or carbohydrates. Fats contain 9 calories per gram while protein and carbohydrates contain 4 calories per gram.

Detailed explanation-2: -The most famous unsaturated fats are omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Unsaturated fats are important for your body as they provide essential fatty acids your body can’t make. You can find these healthy fats in nuts, seeds, fish, and vegetable oils (like olive, avocado, and flaxseed).

Detailed explanation-3: -1g of carbohydrates provides the body with 4 kcal of energy, accounting for 60-65% of the total energy in the diet. Since carbohydrates’ most important function is to provide energy, choosing a healthy carbohydrate source is important.