In Class and HW - 3/7/13

Tonight's homework is to complete Assignment 10 and prepare for the check-in tomorrow on this week's material.

Assignment #10 - The Skinny on Fats

Procedure

1. Log into your account at fitday.com.

2. Pay attention to which version of fitday.com you are using.

a. Using Fitday 2 (the default version usually) - Highlight the “Reports” tab and then click on “Nutrition.” Then highlight the proteins bar (found on the left side).

b. Using Fitday Classic – Click on “Reports” tab (top right) and then click on “Nutrition Facts.”

3. Observe and record the following:

·      Your total fat intake for each day recorded

·      The number of calories from fat

·      The percentage of your caloric intake from fat

“The Skinny on Fats” Comprehension Questions

Answer the following questions to the best of your ability in complete sentences.

1. What inferences can you make from your observations of your fat intake? For example, do you feel as though you consume a lot of fat?

2a. Based on what you read and learned about today, what recommendations about fat intake, the sources of fat in one’s food, etc. would you make to a friend who is curious, but not knowledgeable about what to eat?

2b. Explain the rationale behind your recommendations.

2c. Which of the recommendations apply most or resonate most with you? Explain why.

3. Summarize what you learned about fats/lipids today. Be sure to include definitions/explanations in your own words.




Use the following links to learn more about the answers to your questions. Take notes on the answer to your question below today's lecture notes.

Fats and Cholesterol - The Bottom Line

Fats and Cholesterol: Out With the Bad, In With the Good - Table of Contents

Understanding Cholesterol