Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or registered dietitian the following questions related to fats & oils:

1. How will I know if I am eating too much fat?
   
   
2. What are the long-term health threats I face from fat?
   
   
3. Where can I find help planning a diet that is low in saturated and trans fats?
   
   
4. What are some cooking tips for reducing levels of saturated and trans fats in meals?
   
   
5. How much saturated and trans fat can I safely eat?
   
   
6. How can I ensure that my child eats a diet that has enough fat for growth while not being too high in saturated and trans fats?
   
   
7. How can I make sure my child’s school lunches are low in saturated and trans fats?
   
   
8. Can you recommend good products that use healthy ingredients as substitutes for saturated and trans fats?
   
   
9. Are there any tests that can tell me if I am eating too much fat?
   
   
10. I know that unsaturated fats are healthy, but how will I know if I am eating too many of them?
    
    
11. Should I have my blood cholesterol levels tested?