Question 1

Eicosanoids are synthesized from which types of fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  8 - carbon saturated fatty acids
B)  10 - carbon fatty acids
C)  14 - carbon fatty acids
D)  20 - carbon fatty acidsE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 2

Jack has a strong family history of heart disease. He would like to make some diet and lifestyle changes to reduce his risk for cardiovascular diseases. He tells you that currently he consumes eight ounces of red meat for dinner every night, has an average of 14 g of fibre per day, has two glasses of wine most days, and often eats salty foods. Provide Jack with some suggestions to reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease.

Accepted Answer

Jack has several lifestyle habits that c...

Question 3

Diets high in trans fatty acids are associated with:

Accepted Answer

A)  decreased cancer risk.
B)  increased blood cholesterol levels.
C)  increased osteoporosis.
D)  decreased blood glucose levels.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

If an individual wanted to increase their intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which of the following foods should they add to their diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  broccoli
B)  sirloin steak
C)  tofu
D)  salmonE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 5

How many calories are potentially provided by 25 grams of fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  23 kilocalories
B)  100 kilocalories
C)  225 kilocalories
D)  2,250 kilocaloriesE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 6

________ is an example of a fat replacer.

Accepted Answer

A)  Phosphate
B)  Saccharin
C)  Olestra
D)  Trans fatE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 7

The primary enzyme for digesting lipids in the small intestine is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  amylase.
B)  lipoprotein lipase.
C)  lingual lipase.
D)  pancreatic lipase.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Fat replacers are associated with which of the following health issues?

Accepted Answer

A)  allergies
B)  gastrointestinal distress
C)  elevated blood cholesterol levels
D)  hypertensionE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Which hormone signals the gallbladder to contract?

Accepted Answer

A)  serotonin
B)  lipoprotein lipase
C)  insulin
D)  cholecystokininE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

A fatty acid comprised of a 10 carbon chain and one double bond is termed a:

Accepted Answer

A)  medium-chain, saturated fatty acid.
B)  long-chain, saturated, fatty acid.
C)  medium-chain, monounsaturated fatty acid.
D)  long-chain, monounsaturated fatty acid.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Compare and contrast the different lipoproteins used for lipid transport in the blood. How would you want to modify the low-density lipoproteins and high-density lipoproteins to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases?

Accepted Answer

Chylomicrons are formed after a meal and...

Question 12

Which of the following is a crucial role of fats in the body that cannot be performed by carbohydrates or proteins?

Accepted Answer

A)  fats provide a source of energy
B)  fats add flavour to foods
C)  fats protect the organs
D)  fats help build and repair tissueE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Orlistat is a drug that inhibits the enzyme lipase. Explain how this could potentially reduce body weight.

Accepted Answer

Lipase is an enzyme produced by the panc...

Question 14

Not a true lipoprotein, this structural arrangement transports fats into the enterocyte for absorption.

Accepted Answer

A)  chylomicron
B)  VLDL
C)  HDL
D)  micelleE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 15

Most lipids are transported as part of spherical compounds called:

Accepted Answer

A)  lipoproteins.
B)  peptides.
C)  monoglycerides.
D)  glycerols.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 16

The most common lipids found in food are:

Accepted Answer

A)  sterols.
B)  triglycerides.
C)  phospholipids.
D)  glycerols.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

If an individual had a disorder that caused them to malabsorb fats, you would expect their levels of vitamins D and E to be low because:

Accepted Answer

A)  these vitamins must bond to fat acids for stability.
B)  these vitamins are insoluble in water and require fats for their absorption and transport.
C)  these vitamins require energy provided by fats to move them across the intestinal wall.
D)  these vitamins require cholesterol for their absorption and transport.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 18

Which of the following cannot be added to foods in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A)  trans fats
B)  olestra
C)  omega-3 fatty acids
D)  cholesterolE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 19

________ are a critical structural component of a cell's membrane.

Accepted Answer

A)  Estrogens
B)  Glycerols
C)  Phospholipids
D)  TriglyceridesE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

During exercise, epinephrine activates the enzyme ________ in the adipose tissue, thus facilitating the breakdown of stored fat.

Accepted Answer

A)  lingual lipase
B)  lipoprotein lipase
C)  hormone sensitive lipase
D)  pancreatic lipaseE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Exam 5: Lipids: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

The most common lipids found in food are:

Correct Answer
verified

If an individual wanted to increase their intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which of the following foods should they add to their diet?

Correct Answer
verified

________ are a critical structural component of a cell's membrane.

Correct Answer
verified

How many calories are potentially provided by 25 grams of fat?

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
Jack has several lifestyle habits that c...
View Answer

Diets high in trans fatty acids are associated with:

Correct Answer
verified

Orlistat is a drug that inhibits the enzyme lipase. Explain how this could potentially reduce body weight.

Correct Answer
verified
Lipase is an enzyme produced by the panc...
View Answer

The primary enzyme for digesting lipids in the small intestine is called:

Correct Answer
verified

If an individual had a disorder that caused them to malabsorb fats, you would expect their levels of vitamins D and E to be low because:

Correct Answer
verified

A fatty acid comprised of a 10 carbon chain and one double bond is termed a:

Correct Answer
verified

Which hormone signals the gallbladder to contract?

Correct Answer
verified

Most lipids are transported as part of spherical compounds called:

Correct Answer
verified

Which of the following cannot be added to foods in Canada?

Correct Answer
verified

During exercise, epinephrine activates the enzyme ________ in the adipose tissue, thus facilitating the breakdown of stored fat.

Correct Answer
verified

Compare and contrast the different lipoproteins used for lipid transport in the blood. How would you want to modify the low-density lipoproteins and high-density lipoproteins to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases?

Correct Answer
verified
Chylomicrons are formed after a meal and...
View Answer

Not a true lipoprotein, this structural arrangement transports fats into the enterocyte for absorption.

Correct Answer
verified

________ is an example of a fat replacer.

Correct Answer
verified

Fat replacers are associated with which of the following health issues?

Correct Answer
verified

Eicosanoids are synthesized from which types of fatty acids?

Correct Answer
verified

Which of the following is a crucial role of fats in the body that cannot be performed by carbohydrates or proteins?

Correct Answer
verified

Exam 5: Lipids: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

The most common lipids found in food are:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

If an individual wanted to increase their intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which of the following foods should they add to their diet?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

________ are a critical structural component of a cell's membrane.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

How many calories are potentially provided by 25 grams of fat?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Correct AnswerverifiedJack has several lifestyle habits that c...View AnswerShow Answer

Diets high in trans fatty acids are associated with:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Orlistat is a drug that inhibits the enzyme lipase. Explain how this could potentially reduce body weight.

Correct AnswerverifiedLipase is an enzyme produced by the panc...View AnswerShow Answer

The primary enzyme for digesting lipids in the small intestine is called:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

If an individual had a disorder that caused them to malabsorb fats, you would expect their levels of vitamins D and E to be low because:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

A fatty acid comprised of a 10 carbon chain and one double bond is termed a:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which hormone signals the gallbladder to contract?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Most lipids are transported as part of spherical compounds called:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following cannot be added to foods in Canada?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

During exercise, epinephrine activates the enzyme ________ in the adipose tissue, thus facilitating the breakdown of stored fat.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Compare and contrast the different lipoproteins used for lipid transport in the blood. How would you want to modify the low-density lipoproteins and high-density lipoproteins to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases?

Correct AnswerverifiedChylomicrons are formed after a meal and...View AnswerShow Answer

Not a true lipoprotein, this structural arrangement transports fats into the enterocyte for absorption.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

________ is an example of a fat replacer.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Fat replacers are associated with which of the following health issues?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Eicosanoids are synthesized from which types of fatty acids?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following is a crucial role of fats in the body that cannot be performed by carbohydrates or proteins?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
Jack has several lifestyle habits that c...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
Lipase is an enzyme produced by the panc...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
Chylomicrons are formed after a meal and...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified