fats

[ fats ]

noun

1. (used with a plural verb) cattle fattened and ready for market.

fats

1. Organic compounds that serve as a reserve of energy for the body. Fat is stored in the body's fat tissues, which provide support, protection, and insulation for the body and its organs . A balanced diet must include some fats because, in addition to providing energy for the body, they are necessary for the absorption of certain vitamins .

Notes

Many people consume too much fat in their diet; this imbalance can contribute to various diseases (such as disorders of the heart ). Some fats, called saturated fats , have been found to raise the level of cholesterol in the blood , whereas other fats, called unsaturated fats , may help reduce blood cholesterol levels.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fats¹

Plural of fat

Example Sentences

Gin rummy was his big game and he fraternized with high rollers like Minnesota Fats and Dean Chance.

From The Daily Beast

This means supplying proteins and fats because our bodies tend to need to eat less frequently when we consume them.

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In fact, the correction of the Cambridge study had to do with polyunsaturated fats—not saturated fats.

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Fiber, protein and healthy fats all contribute to satiety,” Begun says, “meaning they fill us up on smaller portion sizes.

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By now perhaps everybody has heard the news that dairy is getting a second look as a possible source of good fats.

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A very small amount may be present after ingestion of large quantities of cod-liver oil or other fats.

From Project Gutenberg

We should depend more largely upon the carbohydrates and fats for heat and energy.

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The starches and sugars, together with the fats, represent food elements which366 serve as the body's fuel.

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The inhabitants of cold countries get their heat-releasing foods largely from fats.

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Pancreatic fluid similarly emulsifies fats and changes them into soft soaps and fatty acids.

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Related Words

• flesh
• grease
• lard