On a basic level, Fats and Oils are the same thing. What makes them different is their ability to thicken or solidify at room temperature. Oils won't often become firmer at room temperature, but Fats on the other hand become thicker or firmer. There is actually a very thin line of difference between the two, but as earlier stated they are same thing. As the molecular structure of oil become more dense, the thicker it becomes at room temperature.
fats and oils are very very I'm component of our diet. Apart from the heavy energy they provide, they also add palatability to food, and they also make food look appealing. A totally fat/oil free diet can make foods difficult to swallow. Fats/oils are necessary for easy absorption of some Vitamins and Minerals, the form energy reserves some parts of the body for example the abdomen, thighs, the eyes, beneath the skin - the increase in their sizes are evidence of added fat. Extra fat can be sythesized by the body when there is excess carbohydrate (sugar) present in the blood.
The digestion and the absorption of fat is not so complex. However, this also makes it a dangerous one too. The body is opened to absorb as much fat it deem possible with no basic hormonal control for this absorption and plenty of room for excess storage of it, it makes it difficult to control once ingested. So we recommend fats and oils should be eaten with care and caution.
Furthermore, we are taking a closer look at dietary Fats/Oils. The good and bad part of oils is that they come in very important categories, some are very good, while some are very bad. However, we will be citing some major examples of some of them because they are necessary in various quantities too.
Saturated Fatty Acids:
These are also mostly sources of bad cholesterol.
- Hydrogenated oils/fats (e.g Magerine)
- Dairy products
- Meat
- Animal Fat
- Fried foods
Unsaturated Fatty Acids:
These are sources of good cholesterol.
- Fish/Fish oil
- Oils from nuts
- Oils from plant origin (Soy beans, Olive, Sunflower)
JUST HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH
Owing to the fact that Fats/Oils produce more than double the energy gotten from proteins and carbohydrates per gram, we need to understand that we need not more than 16-18% of fats in our daily diets. Excess intake of fats leads to excess weight and obesity.
Fats and oils strongly obey the rule that says "...too much of everything is bad". Excess of both good or bad cholesterol can cause serious health issues leading from excess weight (Obesity) to serious cardiovascular disease conditions.
Note:
- We don't guarantee any curative remedies; we only recommend for health management. Consult with your Physician/Doctor for appropriate treatment
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