Online Publications - Fats, Oils, and Snacks
Listed Alphabetically by Title

A Consumer's Guide to Fats (1999) FDA Provided is information on various types of fat, cholesterol, triglycerides, VLDL, atherosclerosis, definitions of key terms (lipoprotein, trans fat, hydrogenated fat, unsaturated, saturated), and fat replacers.		37 KB
A Primer on Fats and Oils (2001) American Dietetic Association This fact sheet provides information on saturated and unsaturated fats, trans fatty acids, cholesterol, current research, and recommendations for dietary fat and cholesterol intake.
Cholesterol and Fats (2002) Colorado State University, Cooperative Extension This five-page publication provides information on HDL and LDL cholesterol, saturated and unsaturated fats, trans fatty acids, omega-3 fatty acides, hydrogenated fats, recommendations for dietary fat and cholesterol, food sources, and tips to reduce dietary fat and cholesterol.		43 KB
Food Works: Snacks (2003) The University of Tennessee, Agricultural Extension Service Provided in this four-page publication are myths and facts about snacks and a food guide pyramid activity.		318 KB
Food, Fats, and Oils (1999) Institute of Shortening and Edible Oils This 40-page publication is intended for use by dietitians, physicians, consumers, and other educators and provides information on the importance of fats, chemical composition of fats, fatty acids, nutritional aspects, processing, reactions of fats and oils, and trends in fat consumption.		1430 KB
Omega 3's: Fats You Should and Can Eat (2001) Kansas State University, Agricutural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service Provided are the health benefits of eating omega-3 fatty acids, good food sources, and safety issues.		338 KB
Questions and Answers About Trans Fat Nutrition Labeling (2003) FDA Explaination of trans fat is provided plus information about FDA's regulation of trans fat and how it relates to heart disease.
Reducing Fat and Cholesterol (2001) The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service This two-page publication provides information on saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol and unsaturated fats, as well as tips on how to cut back on fat and cholesterol.		304 KB

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