Exam 23: Nutrition and Health Promotion

A diet high in which of the following food source has been found to increase serum triglyceride levels and blood pressure?

Foods rich in vitamin A are

Whole-wheat pasta with spinach is an example of a meal that combines __________.

Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in lean servings of beef and chicken.

The glycemic index rates foods on how quickly they affect the blood glucose level.

A patient with a deficiency of riboflavin may exhibit

Which of the following is NOT considered a risk for elevated cholesterol?

HDLs are the destructive forms of cholesterol that form atherosclerotic plaques on arterial walls.

Define essential and nonessential nutrients.

Complex carbohydrates include fruit and milk products.

One tablespoon of peanut butter is equivalent to a 1-ounce serving of protein.