Question 1

Running is the only exercise that raises HDL levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Describe five functions for lipids in the body.

Accepted Answer

Fats in the Body: 
• Provide a concentra

Question 3

The most important difference between the typical American diet and the typical Mediterranean diet is that ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Americans eat more saturated fat 
B)  Americans eat more fruits 
C)  Americans exercise less 
D)  Americans eat more monounsaturated fat 
E)  Americans consume more of their food earlier in the day 
A)  Americans eat more saturated fat 
B)  Americans eat more fruits 
C)  Americans exercise less 
D)  Americans eat more monounsaturated fat 
E)  Americans consume more of their food earlier in the day

Question 4

High concentrations of high-density lipoproteins are associated with a high risk of heart attack.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which statement best describes a function of c holesterol?

Accepted Answer

A)  It mixes with fat and water to suspend fat molecules within fluid. 
B)  It is an important lipid in the structure of brain and nerve cells. 
C)  It protects other compounds by reacting with oxygen. 
D)  It reduces inflammation in arthritis and asthma sufferers. 
E)  It changes the chain length of carbon atoms in fatty acids. 
A)  It mixes with fat and water to suspend fat molecules within fluid. 
B)  It is an important lipid in the structure of brain and nerve cells. 
C)  It protects other compounds by reacting with oxygen. 
D)  It reduces inflammation in arthritis and asthma sufferers. 
E)  It changes the chain length of carbon atoms in fatty acids.

Question 6

Lecithin is often used as a food additive to keep the fats evenly dispersed with the other ingredients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Cholesterol is found in plant and animal foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The Mediterranean diet is low in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  fiber 
B)  phytochemicals 
C)  red meats 
D)  cheese 
E)  whole-grain products 
A)  fiber 
B)  phytochemicals 
C)  red meats 
D)  cheese 
E)  whole-grain products

Question 9

Vignette #1 Jack has just returned from the hospital where his father is recovering from a heart attack. The doctors told Jack that his dad's atherosclerosis is very serious. Jack and his wife, Melanie, are worried about Jack's father and also are starting to think about Jack's risk of having heart disease in his lifetime. He sets up an appointment at his doctor's office and has his blood lipid levels evaluated for the first time. Let's see if you can answer some of the questions that Jack and Melanie have.
What process occurs in atherosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Oxidized LDL is incorporated into the lining of arteries. 
B)  A blood clot travels to the brain and causes a stroke. 
C)  Chylomicrons cause veins to lose their elasticity. 
D)  Blood pressure becomes too low and leads to dizziness. 
E)  HDL transports cholesterol to the liver for disposal. 
A)  Oxidized LDL is incorporated into the lining of arteries. 
B)  A blood clot travels to the brain and causes a stroke. 
C)  Chylomicrons cause veins to lose their elasticity. 
D)  Blood pressure becomes too low and leads to dizziness. 
E)  HDL transports cholesterol to the liver for disposal.

Question 10

Phytosterols are phytochemicals that facilitate the absorption of dietary cholesterol from the intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which factor is associated with lower HDL levels?

Accepted Answer

A)  Being a non-smoker, as opposed to a smoker 
B)  Losing weight 
C)  Being male, as opposed to being female 
D)  Consuming fish rather than red meat 
E)  Engaging in m oderate alcohol consumption 
A)  Being a non-smoker, as opposed to a smoker 
B)  Losing weight 
C)  Being male, as opposed to being female 
D)  Consuming fish rather than red meat 
E)  Engaging in m oderate alcohol consumption

Question 12

Fat provides the optimal form of energy for the brain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Running is the only exercise that raises HDL levels.

Describe five functions for lipids in the body.

The most important difference between the typical American diet and the typical Mediterranean diet is that ____.

High concentrations of high-density lipoproteins are associated with a high risk of heart attack.

Which statement best describes a function of c holesterol?

Lecithin is often used as a food additive to keep the fats evenly dispersed with the other ingredients.

Cholesterol is found in plant and animal foods.

The Mediterranean diet is low in ____.

Phytosterols are phytochemicals that facilitate the absorption of dietary cholesterol from the intestine.

Which factor is associated with lower HDL levels?

Fat provides the optimal form of energy for the brain.

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

Nutrition Physical Activity and Fitness

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

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Exam 5: The Lipids Fats and Oils

Running is the only exercise that raises HDL levels.

Describe five functions for lipids in the body.

The most important difference between the typical American diet and the typical Mediterranean diet is that ____.

High concentrations of high-density lipoproteins are associated with a high risk of heart attack.

Which statement best describes a function of c holesterol?

Lecithin is often used as a food additive to keep the fats evenly dispersed with the other ingredients.

Cholesterol is found in plant and animal foods.

The Mediterranean diet is low in ____.

Phytosterols are phytochemicals that facilitate the absorption of dietary cholesterol from the intestine.

Which factor is associated with lower HDL levels?

Fat provides the optimal form of energy for the brain.

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

Nutrition Physical Activity and Fitness

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

Filters