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MATCHING a.Liver b.Olestra c.Micelle d.Aspirin e.Lecithin f.Corn oil g.Olive oil h.Sardines i.Pancreas j.Canola oil k.Acetic acid l.Stearic acid m.Cholesterol n.Potato chips o.Tropical oils p.Chylomicron q.Linolenic acid r.Cholecystokinin s.High-density lipoprotein t.Very-low density lipoprotein -A phospholipid

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The artificial fat replacer olestra has not been approved in Canada. Which of the following concerns has been associated with olestra?


A) It makes very little change in the total energy of foods in which it is used to replace fats.
B) It leads to constipation in some individuals.
C) The sucrose content may contribute to glucose intolerance.
D) It lowers absorption of vitamins A and K from foods.

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Which of the following is the best reason to limit dietary cholesterol?


A) Dietary cholesterol is a precursor of Vitamin D which can be toxic in high doses.
B) Foods high in dietary cholesterol are often high in saturated fat and energy.
C) Dietary cholesterol is a precursor of steroid hormones and can produce weight gain.
D) Dietary cholesterol is the main source of total body cholesterol deposits.

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Studies show that a 1-percent increase in dietary saturated fatty acids will raise the risk of heart disease by what percentage?


A) 0.5 percent
B) 1.0 percent
C) 2.0 percent
D) 5.0 percent

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Which of the following sources of lipids should be substituted for saturated fats to help lower blood cholesterol levels?


A) butter
B) canola oil
C) coconut oil
D) stick margarine

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Which of the following statements is characteristic of lipid intake of Canadian adults?


A) Trans-fatty acids provide about 1.4% of total energy intake.
B) Fat provides about 40 percent of total energy intake.
C) Saturated fat provides about 7% of total energy intake.
D) Cholesterol provides about 5% of total energy intake.

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Discuss the composition and function of the major circulating lipoproteins.

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Chylomicrons are synthesized within which of the following cells?


A) liver
B) intestinal cells
C) lymphatic system
D) pancreas

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What is the immediate precursor for the eicosanoids?


A) glucose
B) hormones
C) fatty acids
D) cholesterol

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MATCHING a.Liver b.Olestra c.Micelle d.Aspirin e.Lecithin f.Corn oil g.Olive oil h.Sardines i.Pancreas j.Canola oil k.Acetic acid l.Stearic acid m.Cholesterol n.Potato chips o.Tropical oils p.Chylomicron q.Linolenic acid r.Cholecystokinin s.High-density lipoprotein t.Very-low density lipoprotein -The simplest dietary fatty acid

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Which of the following is a feature of fat in the diet of athletes?


A) A minimum of 20 percent fat energy in the diet is needed.
B) Energy derived from fat has very little bearing on performance.
C) Optimal performance is found with a high-carbohydrate, 15 percent total fat kcalories, diet.
D) Diets with at least 10 percent total kcalories from fat are still able to provide the recommended amounts of micronutrients.

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MATCHING a.Liver b.Olestra c.Micelle d.Aspirin e.Lecithin f.Corn oil g.Olive oil h.Sardines i.Pancreas j.Canola oil k.Acetic acid l.Stearic acid m.Cholesterol n.Potato chips o.Tropical oils p.Chylomicron q.Linolenic acid r.Cholecystokinin s.High-density lipoprotein t.Very-low density lipoprotein -Good food source of omega-3 fatty acids

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Which of the following statements describes a recognized relationship between dietary fat and cancer?


A) Fat from milk does not increase risk for cancer.
B) Dietary fat initiates rather than promotes cancer formation.
C) High intakes of omega-3 fatty acids promote cancer development in animals.
D) The evidence linking fat intake with cancer is stronger than that linking it with heart disease.

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What are the precursors for synthesis of the eicosanoids?


A) long-chain saturated fatty acids
B) short-chain fatty acids
C) medium-chain saturated fatty acids
D) long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids

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What is the simplest fatty acid found in the diet?


A) oleic acid
B) acetic acid
C) linoleic acid
D) palmitic acid

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Your friend does not like the taste of any kind of fish, but wishes to consume more omega-3 fats. What advice is appropriate?

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A high risk of heart attack correlates with high blood levels of which of the following compounds?


A) free fatty acids
B) high-density lipoproteins
C) low-density lipoproteins
D) very low-density lipoproteins

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In which one of the following forms are most dietary lipids found?


A) sterols
B) glycerols
C) triglycerides
D) monoglycerides

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Which of the following is a common dietary source of trans fats?


A) fried foods
B) roast beef
C) toasted bread
D) vegetable oil

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Which of the following characteristics differentiates fully hydrogenated fats from saturated fats?


A) They retain some double bonds.
B) They are more susceptible to oxidation.
C) They contain trans fatty acids.
D) They have a shorter shelf life.

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