Question

describe at least one reason for limiting each of the following in a well-balanced diet- saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium

Answer 1

Cholesterol. Needs to be limited. High level of cholesterol increases risk of atherosclerosis (narrowing of arteries) , heart attack, stroke . transient ischaemic attack(mini stroke) and peripheral arterial disease. Saturated fat. This is fat consisting of molecules that have no double bonds between carbon molecules because they are saturated with hydrogen. Saturated fats raise the level of cholesterol and must be eaten in moderation to avoid this. Salt. A diet that is high in salt can cause high blood pressure. Cutting down on salt lowers blood pressure which means risk of having a stroke or developing heart disease is reduced.