Oils and fats play a very important in our nutrition especially as a source of energy, taste, as well as a source of vitamins A, D, E, and K. Human beings can be classified as omnivores. This means eating consists of animal and vegetable materials, because it can accept a variety of oils and fats of both animal and plant sources. Oil is the type most energy-dense foods, which contain 9 kcal per gram or 37 kilojoul per gram.
The composition of human very varied menu especially the relative proportions of protein, carbohydrates, and fats / oils, the location, customs, and traditions. Consumption of fats / oils although the amount in the diet can be flexible, but keep in mind the result of the consumption of fats and oils high on the metabolism and human health.
In general, the proportion of oils and fats consumed dikon- nothing to do with the economic level of a country. In countries which have advanced technology generally high fat consumption, whereas in countries whose income is limited to agricultural products, the amount of fat intake low.
Some foods are not absorbed as food fibers known as dietary fiber can contribute to lower levels of fat in the blood. Vegetables and fresh fruits contain high fiber. So by consuming lots of vegetables and fruit may help reduce levels of fat in the blood. Besides cereals can also serve to lower the fat content in the blood. Cereals and processed products can also absorb the excess fat in the food consumed.
Some sterols are present in foodstuffs, especially niacin (nicotinic acid), when administered at high doses, approximately 3 grams per day, (the recommended consumption of 15 mg per day) has the effect of lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. This condition is referred to as megavitamin effect. Niacin is also used to control the levels of fats in the blood if a person does not reduce levels of fat in the blood through diet.
Decreased blood lipid note. The selection of foods that contain high fat consumption must be balanced with fiber and other foods that can lower the fat content in the blood.
