Sophie would like to increase her intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Which of the
following would NOT be an effective strategy?
-eat hamburgers made with ground beef that is 80% lean
-replace her weekly grilled steak with grilled salmon
-make a salad dressing with canola oil and balsamic vinegar
-add walnuts to yogurt and salads - ANSWER eat hamburgers made with
ground beef that is 80% lean
All of the following are ways to lower your saturated fat intake EXCEPT
___________
-choosing yellow cake instead of angel food cake
-eating baked tortilla chips in place of regular chips
-using wine, lemon juice, or broth instead of butter
-baking or broiling in place of frying - ANSWER eating baked tortilla chips in
place of regular chips
Which of the following individuals would likely have the lowest risk for
cardiovascular disease?
-someone who eats only invisible fats
-someone who eats steak, burgers, and ice cream daily
-someone who eats processed foods or fast food five to six days a week
-someone who eats fish or vegetarian meals five or more days a week -
ANSWER someone who eats fish or vegetarian meals five or more days a week
The lipid profile associated with the lowest risk of cardiovascular disease is
__________
-high HDL, low LDL, low triglycerides
-high HDL, low LDL, high triglycerides
-high HDL, high LDL, low triglycerides
Your cousin has a BMI of 29.5 and has just learned he has atherosclerosis. What
would be the best strategies for him to lower his risk of a heart attack?
-increase his physical activity, consume plenty of fruits and vegetables, and
consume oily fish at least twice weekly
-increase his physical activity, consume plenty of fruits and vegetables, and
consume at least three alcoholic beverages daily -start smoking to help him lose
weight, consume processed foods, and consume oily fish at least twice weekly
-lose weight, consume whole foods, and avoid consuming fish - ANSWER
increase his physical activity, consume plenty of fruits and vegetables, and
consume oily fish at least twice weekly
Linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid __________
-are non-essential fatty acids
-cannot be synthesized in the body
-are found only in meats
-should not be consumed in a healthy diet - ANSWER cannot be synthesized in
the body
To reduce your risk for cancer, the American Cancer Society (ACS)
recommends that you __________.
-maintain a healthful body weight
-select processed meats instead of red meat
-drink two glasses of red wine daily
-eat at least 5 cups of fruits and vegetables each day - ANSWER maintain a
healthful body weight
All fats are part of a larger group known as lipids. Lipids come in
Choose the statement below that correctly describes the types of lipids found in
food
-Triglycerides contain two fatty acids attached to a glycerol backbone.
-All fatty acids in triglycerides have 6 to 12 carbons per chain.
, -The body does not manufacture phospholipids, so they must be included in the
diet.
-Sterols like cholesterol have a ring structure. - ANSWER Sterols like
cholesterol have a ring structure.
____________ always have two or more double bonds between adjacent carbon
atoms in the fatty acid chain, making them liquid at room temperature.
Choose the correct statement about enzymes that assist with fat digestion.
-Lipoprotein lipase is found on the inside of body cells.
-Lingual lipase is secreted by the stomach to digest some triglycerides.
-Triglyceride digestion requires pancreatic lipase.
-Gastric lipase is released by the tongue during chewing - ANSWER
Triglyceride digestion requires pancreatic lipase.
From the list below, choose all the correct statements about the functions of fat.
-Fat is a good source of energy, providing 4 kcal/g.
-Fat provides flavor and texture to food (think ice cream) and also leaves you
satisfied for longer after a meal.
-Lipids are an essential component of cell membranes, provide materials needed
to make steroid hormones, act as insulation under the skin, and protect organs
from injury.
-The body can rely on carbohydrate stores during periods of low energy intake.
-Fat in the diet allows for the transport of vitamins A, C, and E because they are
fat-soluble. - ANSWER -Fat provides flavor and texture to food (think ice
cream) and also leaves you satisfied for longer after a meal.
-Lipids are an essential component of cell membranes, provide materials needed
to make steroid hormones, act as insulation under the skin, and protect organs
from injury.
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