Question 1

Which term refers to a lipoprotein that transports triglycerides to the body's cells?

Accepted Answer

A)  very high-density lipoprotein
B)  very low-density lipoprotein
C)  chylomicron
D)  microchylonE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Pork loin is an example of a lean cut of meat from which fat can be trimmed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following foods is one of the greatest sources of trans fat in the Canadian food supply?

Accepted Answer

A)  margarine
B)  shortening
C)  croissants
D)  coffee whitenerE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 4

Which statement is a characteristic of essential fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  They can be made from substances in the body.
B)  Most must be supplied by the diet.
C)  They are a type of hydrogenated fatty acid.
D)  They are harmful to heart health.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

The World Health Organization recommends that people consume no more than what percentage of total Calories from trans fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  less than 1%
B)  less than 2%
C)  less than 3%
D)  less than 4%E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 6

According to the World Health Organization, total Calories from saturated fat should be in what range?

Accepted Answer

A)  0-10%
B)  10-15%
C)  15-20%
D)  20-30%E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

What strategy would assist with reducing fat from a fast-food meal?

Accepted Answer

A)  Limit the amount of cheese added.
B)  Fill up on added croutons to a salad.
C)  Select fried chicken sandwiches.
D)  Add sour cream instead of salsa to tacos.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Some studies suggest that a high-fat diet may increase risk of developing some forms of cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which term refers to the three-carbon structure to which fatty acids are attached in a triglyceride?

Accepted Answer

A)  glucagon
B)  galactose
C)  glycerol
D)  glycogenE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 10

Which saturated fatty acid does NOT elevate blood LDL?

Accepted Answer

A)  stearic acid
B)  palmitic acid
C)  linolenic acid
D)  arachidonic acidE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

What are trans fatty acids and what is their role in the promotion of heart disease?

Accepted Answer

When polyunsaturated oils are hardened b...

Question 12

Which of the following foods is an example of an excellent emulsifier?

Accepted Answer

A)  vegetable oil
B)  egg yolk
C)  beef tallow
D)  vinegarE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 13

Why must people with existing heart disease monitor their consumption of fish?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fish contains toxic amounts of fat-soluble vitamins.
B)  Mercury found in fish may worsen heart disease.
C)  Most fish contain industrial contaminants.
D)  Fish contains large amounts of pesticides.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Which of the following oils is a source of omega-3 fatty acid?

Accepted Answer

A)  walnut oil
B)  olive oil
C)  coconut oil
D)  corn oilE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

The cells of the intestinal lining convert large lipid fragments back into what compound?

Accepted Answer

A)  sterols
B)  triglycerides
C)  glycerols
D)  monoglyceridesE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Some fat digestion is initiated in the stomach by pancreatic lipase.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Describe olestra's side effects and discuss its potential impact on nutrition status.

Accepted Answer

Olestra is a non-caloric artificial fat ...

Question 18

Fatty acids in foods influence the composition of fats in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following fat replacers is fibre-based?

Accepted Answer

A)  Olestra
B)  Salatrim
C)  Simplesse
D)  Z-trimE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 20

Which tip will reduce fat and excess Calories in recipes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use regular cheese on salad greens instead of dressings.
B)  Cut meat into thick slices before serving.
C)  Thicken sauces using egg yolks.
D)  Roast, bake or stir-fry foods.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Exam 5: The Lipids: Fats, Oils, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Which saturated fatty acid does NOT elevate blood LDL?

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The World Health Organization recommends that people consume no more than what percentage of total Calories from trans fatty acids?

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According to the World Health Organization, total Calories from saturated fat should be in what range?

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Why must people with existing heart disease monitor their consumption of fish?

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Which of the following fat replacers is fibre-based?

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Pork loin is an example of a lean cut of meat from which fat can be trimmed.

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Which tip will reduce fat and excess Calories in recipes?

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What strategy would assist with reducing fat from a fast-food meal?

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Which of the following oils is a source of omega-3 fatty acid?

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Describe olestra's side effects and discuss its potential impact on nutrition status.

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Some studies suggest that a high-fat diet may increase risk of developing some forms of cancer.

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Fatty acids in foods influence the composition of fats in the body.

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Which statement is a characteristic of essential fatty acids?

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Which term refers to the three-carbon structure to which fatty acids are attached in a triglyceride?

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Some fat digestion is initiated in the stomach by pancreatic lipase.

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The cells of the intestinal lining convert large lipid fragments back into what compound?

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Which term refers to a lipoprotein that transports triglycerides to the body's cells?

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Which of the following foods is an example of an excellent emulsifier?

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What are trans fatty acids and what is their role in the promotion of heart disease?

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Which of the following foods is one of the greatest sources of trans fat in the Canadian food supply?

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