Question 1

The decrease in HDL due to the decrease of estrogen in postmenopausal women plays a part in the increased risk of heart disease that occurs in older women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The functions of fat include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  build and repair tissue. 
B)  cushion and protect vital organs. 
C)  insulate the body. 
D)  transport fat-soluble vitamins. 
A)  build and repair tissue. 
B)  cushion and protect vital organs. 
C)  insulate the body. 
D)  transport fat-soluble vitamins.

Question 3

Which of the following is a risk factor for heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  Total blood cholesterol level greater than 200 mg/dl 
B)  LDL level lower than 100 mg/dl 
C)  Vigorous physical activity 
D)  HDL level greater than 60 mg/dl 
A)  Total blood cholesterol level greater than 200 mg/dl 
B)  LDL level lower than 100 mg/dl 
C)  Vigorous physical activity 
D)  HDL level greater than 60 mg/dl

Question 4

Ergosterol is a type of sterol found in

Accepted Answer

A)  eggs 
B)  meat 
C)  plants 
D)  None of the above are correct 
A)  eggs 
B)  meat 
C)  plants 
D)  None of the above are correct

Question 5

Phospholipids consist of

Accepted Answer

A)  Two fatty acids 
B)  cholesterol 
C)  glycerol and phosphate 
D)  A and B 
E)  A and C 
A)  Two fatty acids 
B)  cholesterol 
C)  glycerol and phosphate 
D)  A and B 
E)  A and C

Question 6

Evaluate the following statement: "Heart disease is more likely due to genetics than diet."

Accepted Answer

The statement "Heart disease is more lik

Question 7

Lecithin is classified as a

Accepted Answer

A)  triglyceride. 
B)  phospholipid. 
C)  sterol. 
D)  fatty acid. 
A)  triglyceride. 
B)  phospholipid. 
C)  sterol. 
D)  fatty acid.

Question 8

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)is associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  glucose metabolism. 
B)  omega-3 fatty acid metabolism. 
C)  omega-6 fatty acid metabolism. 
D)  cholesterol metabolism. 
A)  glucose metabolism. 
B)  omega-3 fatty acid metabolism. 
C)  omega-6 fatty acid metabolism. 
D)  cholesterol metabolism.

Question 9

According to guidelines from the American Heart Association for the general population,saturated fats

Accepted Answer

A)  should constitute no more than 7% of total energy in the diet. 
B)  are quite visible in foods, so they should be eliminated from the diet to reduce risk of heart disease. 
C)  are only a health risk if they come from a food that has been fried. 
D)  are only a health risk if they come from gravies, desserts, and dairy products. 
A)  should constitute no more than 7% of total energy in the diet. 
B)  are quite visible in foods, so they should be eliminated from the diet to reduce risk of heart disease. 
C)  are only a health risk if they come from a food that has been fried. 
D)  are only a health risk if they come from gravies, desserts, and dairy products.

Question 10

Trans fatty acids raise HDL and lower LDL.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Fat digestion begins in the

Accepted Answer

A)  intestines. 
B)  stomach. 
C)  mouth. 
D)  liver. 
A)  intestines. 
B)  stomach. 
C)  mouth. 
D)  liver.

Question 12

Compare and contrast the typical American diet to the Mediterranean diet.

Accepted Answer

The typical American diet is characteriz

Question 13

Most experts agree that dietary cholesterol intake should be limited to _______mg per day.

Accepted Answer

A)  200 
B)  300 
C)  400 
D)  500 
A)  200 
B)  300 
C)  400 
D)  500

Question 14

Which lipoprotein is responsible for transporting cholesterol from the liver to tissues?

Accepted Answer

A)  chylomicron 
B)  low density lipoprotein (LDL) 
C)  high density lipoprotein (HDL) 
D)  chylomicron remnant 
A)  chylomicron 
B)  low density lipoprotein (LDL) 
C)  high density lipoprotein (HDL) 
D)  chylomicron remnant

Question 15

How do the plant stanols found in some margarines lower cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Plant stanols, also known as phytosterol

Question 16

The main difference between fats and oils is that fats are

Accepted Answer

A)  liquid at room temperature. 
B)  solid at room temperature. 
C)  structures containing only saturated fatty acids. 
D)  structures with equal proportions of unsaturated and saturated fatty acids. 
A)  liquid at room temperature. 
B)  solid at room temperature. 
C)  structures containing only saturated fatty acids. 
D)  structures with equal proportions of unsaturated and saturated fatty acids.

Question 17

Lecithin and bile are examples of emulsifiers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Why are premenopausal women at lower risk for heart disease when compared to men of the same age?

Accepted Answer

Premenopausal women are generally at a l

Question 19

Evaluate the following statement: "Heart disease is more likely due to genetics than diet."

Accepted Answer

The statement "Heart disease is more lik

Question 20

Lipoproteins are important for

Accepted Answer

A)  transport of fats in the blood and lymphatic system. 
B)  synthesis of triglycerides. 
C)  synthesis of adipose tissue. 
D)  None of these choices are correct. 
A)  transport of fats in the blood and lymphatic system. 
B)  synthesis of triglycerides. 
C)  synthesis of adipose tissue. 
D)  None of these choices are correct.

The decrease in HDL due to the decrease of estrogen in postmenopausal women plays a part in the increased risk of heart disease that occurs in older women.

The functions of fat include all of the following EXCEPT

Which of the following is a risk factor for heart disease?

Ergosterol is a type of sterol found in

Phospholipids consist of

Evaluate the following statement: "Heart disease is more likely due to genetics than diet."

Lecithin is classified as a

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)is associated with

According to guidelines from the American Heart Association for the general population,saturated fats

Trans fatty acids raise HDL and lower LDL.

Fat digestion begins in the

Compare and contrast the typical American diet to the Mediterranean diet.

Most experts agree that dietary cholesterol intake should be limited to _______mg per day.

Which lipoprotein is responsible for transporting cholesterol from the liver to tissues?

How do the plant stanols found in some margarines lower cholesterol?

The main difference between fats and oils is that fats are

Lecithin and bile are examples of emulsifiers.

Why are premenopausal women at lower risk for heart disease when compared to men of the same age?

Evaluate the following statement: "Heart disease is more likely due to genetics than diet."

Lipoproteins are important for

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Protein

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition Throughout Adulthood

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Exam 6: Lipids

The decrease in HDL due to the decrease of estrogen in postmenopausal women plays a part in the increased risk of heart disease that occurs in older women.

The functions of fat include all of the following EXCEPT

Which of the following is a risk factor for heart disease?

Ergosterol is a type of sterol found in

Phospholipids consist of

Evaluate the following statement: "Heart disease is more likely due to genetics than diet."

Lecithin is classified as a

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)is associated with

According to guidelines from the American Heart Association for the general population,saturated fats

Trans fatty acids raise HDL and lower LDL.

Fat digestion begins in the

Compare and contrast the typical American diet to the Mediterranean diet.

Most experts agree that dietary cholesterol intake should be limited to _______mg per day.

Which lipoprotein is responsible for transporting cholesterol from the liver to tissues?

How do the plant stanols found in some margarines lower cholesterol?

The main difference between fats and oils is that fats are

Lecithin and bile are examples of emulsifiers.

Why are premenopausal women at lower risk for heart disease when compared to men of the same age?

Evaluate the following statement: "Heart disease is more likely due to genetics than diet."

Lipoproteins are important for

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Protein

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition Throughout Adulthood

Filters