FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FUTURE TRENDS IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY

PERSONALIZED NUTRITION AND HEALTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which nutrient provides the body with a concentrated form of energy?
A
fats
B
carbohydrates
C
water
D
protein
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Fats: Fats are the slowest source of energy but the most energy-efficient form of food. Fat molecules consist of primarily carbon and hydrogen atoms and some of them essential for diet. Fats provide a source of concentrated energy as well as the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.

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: -Fat is a nutrient and is the most concentrated form of energy in all living things; it gives more than twice the energy provided by proteins or carbohydrates. Fat provides insulation for the body and padding around sensitive internal organs.

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