Chapter 11.3, Problem 11.7YT

The following table lists the fat content for butter and three margarines, each corresponding to a serving size of 1 tbsp (14 g).

1. a. Which margarine has the highest percent of saturated fat? How does it compare with butter?
2. b. In butter, what percent of the total fat is polyunsaturated?
3. c. Conduct a mini-survey. List the fat content for three different butters or margarines. Among those listed in the table above, and those in your survey, which would be the most “healthy” for your diet? Explain your rationale.
4. d. The rise in obesity has long been blamed on fat consumption in the diet. However, the consumption of Calories from fat has decreased since the 1980s. while the rate of obesity continues to grow. Investigate reports about the current medical recommendations for avoiding obesity to find other factors that are likely responsible.