Homework 5

Which of the following groups of foods would contribute a substantial amount of monounsaturated fatty acids to the diet?

olive oil, peanuts, and almonds

Arachidonic acid is associated with ________.

omega-6 fatty acid metabolism

Lecithin and bile are examples of emulsifiers.

true

Which apolipoprotein is responsible for activating lipoprotein lipase?

Apo C-II

triglyceride

Comprised of glycerol and fatty acids only

Bile

Emulsifies fat

lingual lipase

Enzyme found in the mouth that breaks down triglycerides

Oil

Lipid that is liquid at room temperature

fat

Lipid that is solid at room temperature

Chylomicron

Lipoprotein made in the GI tract from digested fat

HDL

Lipoprotein that delivers cholesterol back to the liver and to other lipoproteins

VLDL

Lipoprotein that transports fat made in the liver

LDL

Lipoprotein with the greatest cholesterol content

Phospholipid

Major lipid class that contains phosphorus, fatty acids, and glycerol

Individuals with bleeding disorders taking anticoagulants or scheduling surgery should be cautious about which supplement?

Omega-3 fatty acids

pancreas

Produces and secretes enzymes

cholesterol

Sterol manufactured in the body

Cholecystokinin

Stimulates the gallbladder and pancreas to release bile and pancreatic enzymes

gallbladder

Stores bile for release into small intestines

Which is correct regarding trans fatty acids?

They raise blood cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol.

Lipoprotein lipase functions to ________.

break down triglycerides from lipoproteins for transfer into cells

Phospholipids consist of ________.

glycerol, two fatty acids, and phosphate

Fats that are liquid at room temperature can be made more solid by the process of ________.

hydrogenation

All of the following are uncontrollable risk factors for heart disease EXCEPT ________.

hypertension

Excessive intakes of saturated fatty acids tend to ________.

increase cholesterol deposited in arteries