When eaten,nearly 90% of our dietary calories from fat are in the form of
A) steroids.
B) phospholipids.
C) triglycerides.
D) cholesterol.
E) fat-soluble vitamins.

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Triglycerides are the main form of dietary fat and make up nearly 90% of our dietary calories from fat. They consist of three fatty acid molecules attached to a glycerol molecule.

Answer options A, B, D, and E are not the main forms of dietary fat, but rather components or derivatives of fats. Steroids and cholesterol are found in animal-based foods such as meat, dairy products, and eggs, while phospholipids and fat-soluble vitamins are components of cell membranes and foods such as egg yolks and organ meats.

When Eaten,nearly 90% of Our Dietary Calories from Fat Are