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Do you know the difference between good and bad dietary fats? Why is fat important in your diet? Try our quick health quiz and find out.

Do you know the difference between good and bad dietary fats? Why is fat important in your diet? Try our quick health quiz and find out.

1. How many kilojoules does one gram of fat contain




2. How are dietary fats used by the body?




3. What are the four main groups of dietary fats?




4. How do saturated fats contribute to the risk of heart disease?




5. Which food grouping contains high levels of saturated fats?




6. Are mono-unsaturated and polyunsaturated fats ‘good’ for you?




7. What are omega-3 fatty acids?




8. At what age should a low saturated fat diet be introduced?




9. What sorts of fats should you eat?




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Score 0 to 2:
You know little about dietary fats. Learning more may help you to understand how to reduce the risk of diet-related problems such as obesity and heart disease. It’s in your best interests to find out more about dietary fats and healthy eating habits. See your doctor or consult with a dietitian for further information and advice.

Score 3 to 6:
Some of your ideas on dietary fats are not accurate. Browse through the Better Health Channel fact sheets on dietary fats, weight loss and healthy eating for guidance.

Score 7 to 9: Well done, you seem savvy about dietary fats. Knowing how to eat a healthy diet is important but don’t forget to make sure you’re putting your knowledge into practice!

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