Attributes of Food Lipids z Three major functions in foods – Energy and health – Influence food flavors z free fatty acids contribute flavors z lipids act as solvents for carrying hydrophobic flavors and aromas (and nutrients) – Texture z Solid vs liquid z Emulsions Attributes determined by types and positions of fatty acids on glycerol backboneAttributes of Food Lipids z Three major functions in foods – Energy and health – Influence food flavors z free fatty acids contribute flavors z lipids act as solvents for carrying hydrophobic flavors and aromas (and nutrients) – Texture z Solid vs liquid z Emulsions Attributes determined by types and positions of fatty acids on glycerol backbone