NUTRITION-MINDTAP (1 TERM)
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Chapter 5, Problem 5SC
Summary Introduction
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A human body is capable of synthesizing some fatty acids such as saturated fatty acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and monounsaturated fatty acids. There are some fatty acids, which cannot be synthesized by the human body, such as polyunsaturated fatty acids therefore, these must be included in the diet.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 tbsp 32g (32g)
Servings Per Container 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 188
Calories from Fat 134
% DV*
Total Fat 16g
%.
Saturated Fat 3g
13%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol Omg
Sodium 156mg
Total Carbohydrate 7g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 3g
0%
6%
2%
10%
Protein 8g
0%
• Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
1%
3%
Calories
2,000
2,500
Tatal Fat
Sat Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber
65g
20g
300mg
2,400mg
300g
25g
80g
25g
30bmg
2,400mg
375g
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