Understand Your Fats and Fiber

 Access the American Heart Association website.

 Read the “Face the Fats:Fats 101” and “Face the Fats:Meet the Fats” sections.

 Access the Nutrition.govwebsite.

 Read the “MedlinePlus:Dietary Fiber” section.

 Write a 350-to 700- word response in APA format answering the following questions:

 According to the “Face the Fats” sections, what are the unhealthy and healthy fats?

 Define saturated fat, unsaturated fat, trans-fatty acids, and hydrogenated fats. How are trans-fatty acids harmful?

 What are some diseases associated with the type and amount of fat in the body?

 What are the functions of fiber and lipids in the body?

 What are some food sources of dietary fiber?

 What are some benefits of a high-fiber diet?

 Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.