Question

according to the usda, what percent of the diet should be made up of fats?
under 15%
15 - 35%
35 - 50%
over 50%
question 2
consuming large amounts of trans - fatty acids lowers blood cholesterol and thus lowers the risk of heart disease.
true
false

Explanation:

According to USDA dietary guidelines, fat intake should be 15 - 35% of total calories. Trans - fatty acids raise bad (LDL) cholesterol and lower good (HDL) cholesterol, increasing heart disease risk.

Answer:

15 - 35% (for the first question)
False (for the second question)