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Trans fatty acids are naturally in many foods. a by-product of the hydrogenation process. essential to good health. found primarily in fatty fish.

a by-product of the hydrogenation process.

After her college graduation party, Jade's BAC was 0.16%. This level is _____blank times the legal limit. 2 4 3 5

2

Which of the following statements is true? Certain fish are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Trans fats are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. The human body converts dietary fiber into omega-3 fatty acids.

Certain fish are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

Brita was a binge drinker during the first 3 months of her pregnancy. Her baby was born with FAS. Which of the following conditions is a sign of FAS?: Chronic vomiting Iron deficiency anemia Bleeding gums Thin upper lip

Thin upper lip

Fats in foods add taste and contribute to "mouth feel." are digested and absorbed in the stomach. carry water-soluble nutrients. need to be eliminated to have a healthful diet.

add taste and contribute to "mouth feel."

Phospholipids do not have fatty acids in their chemical structures. lack glycerol in their chemical structures. do not occur naturally. are partially water-soluble.

are partially water-soluble.

Cholesterol is: metabolized for energy. found only in animal foods. not made by the human body. harmful to health.

found only in animal foods.

Alcohol metabolism is not influenced by a person's: sex. level of caffeine consumption. prior history of alcohol use. body size and composition.

level of caffeine consumption.

A saturated fatty acid has one double bond within the hydrocarbon chain. two double bonds within the hydrocarbon chain. no double bonds within the hydrocarbon chain. three or more double bonds within the hydrocarbon chain.

no double bonds within the hydrocarbon chain.

Homocysteine is a(n): form of folate. lipid that lowers blood pressure. possible marker for cardiovascular disease. essential amino acid.

possible marker for cardiovascular disease.

Solid fats generally have a high proportion of _____ fatty acids. unsaturated saturated polyunsaturated monounsaturated

saturated

The primary site of triglyceride digestion and absorption is the: stomach. liver. small intestine. gallbladder.

small intestine.

Modifiable risk factors for atherosclerosis include: family history. age. tobacco use. racial/ethnic background.

tobacco use.

Lipoproteins: are water-insoluble. transport lipids in the bloodstream. contain glucose. are toxic to cells.

transport lipids in the bloodstream.