NUTRI 130 Lecture Notes - Lecture 15: Benecol, Stanol Ester, Dietary Fiber
6 Oct 2020
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Limit saturated fat to <7% of total calories. Foods with added plant sterols or stanols. Increase soluble fiber intake to 10-25 g/day. Balance energy intake and output to maintain a healthy weight. An extra 5-10 g/day of soluble fiber associated with 5% reduction in ldl- chol. Maintain total fat intake of 25 to 35% of total calories. Keep trans fat intake as low as possible. Some studies found may stabilize heart rhythm. Two servings of fish per week or 1 gram (1000 mg) of epa and dha daily. Trans-fatty acids configuration hard margarines through the process of partial hydrogenation. Are unsaturated fatty acids that contain at least one double bond in the trans. Are formed when a liquid oil is converted into solid fats such as shortening and. Are found in processed foods made with partially hydrogenated vegetable oils. Implicated in an increased risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke. Affect insulin sensitivity and blood glucose levels hyperinsulinemia*
