quiz 5
Omega-3 fatty acids tend to ___ blood clotting.
decrease
trans fatty acids
these fats increase blood cholesterol, LDL, inflammation, and are created when unsaturated fatty acids are partially hydrogenated
omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
these fats reduce inflammatory responses, blood clotting, and triglyceride levels
omega 6 polyunsaturated fatty acids
these fats regulate blood pressure and increase blood clotting
The primary role of HDL in the body is to transport lipids
to the liver for metabolism
Dietary consumption of which of the following has the greatest impact on blood lipids?
saturated fat
A diet high in trans fats
increased LDL and decreases HDL
The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for total fat intake is
20-35
Cardiologists and other healthcare professionals recommend that people who are at elevated risk for developing cardiovascular disease adopt an "anti-atherosclerotic" lifestyle to help prevent atherosclerosis. Which of the following is a component of an anti-atherosclerotic lifestyle?
Consumption of fruits and vegetables high in antioxidants **All of these are components of an anti-atherosclerotic lifestyle.** Diet low in saturated fat and trans fat Smoking cessation
unsaturated fatty acids
These fats decrease blood levels of cholesterol and are liquid at room temperature
Saturated fatty acids
These fats increase blood levels of cholesterol and are solid at room temperature
Which lipid is the primary source of dietary fat in our diets?
Triglycerides