Keshan disease results from selenium deficiency.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 2Which lipoprotein transports cholesterol in the blood to cells?
a. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
b. Intermediate-density lipoprotein (IDL)
c. High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
d. Very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL)
Q. 3_____ foods provide preformed vitamin A while _____ foods provide most of the provitamin A carotenoids.
a. Cooked, raw
b. Raw, cooked
c. Animal, plant
d. Plant, animal
Q. 4Fortification of salt with copper led to the eradiation of goiter in the U.S.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5A desirable total cholesterol level is below _____, while a desirable HDL is above _____.
a. 230, 50
b. 210, 40
c. 200, 60
d. 220, 70
e. All of the above
Q. 6If you wanted to take advantage of the potential benefits of consuming carotenoids in terms of decreased risk for many diseases, what should your diet include in ample amounts?
a. Whole grains
b. Low-fat dairy products
c. Fruits and vegetables
d. Polyunsaturated oils
Q. 7Whole grains and greens are excellent sources of iodine.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 8Jasmine's high-density lipoprotein level is 60 mg/dL. This level is considered to be of _____.
a. some concern and should be monitored
b. no concern and nothing more needs to be done
c. moderate concern and she should modify her diet
d. high concern and she likely needs medication to bring the level down
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