Dietary Fats & Exercise
Understand dietary fats, essential fatty acids and their contribution to general health and exercise nutrition.
Learning areas
Explore these subject areas as part of your independent learning and academic development.
Types of dietary fats
Essential fatty acids
Fat metabolism
Dietary fat sources
Fat and health
Exercise-related considerations
Health and professional guidance:
This page provides general educational information, not an individual diet plan, diagnosis, treatment, supplement prescription or medical advice. Nutrition requirements differ between people and sports. Athletes with medical conditions, suspected nutrient deficiencies, disordered eating concerns or possible REDs should consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional or sports dietitian.