Elevated HDL concentrations are associated with a low risk of heart disease because they ____.
a. transport newly absorbed lipids from intestinal cells to the rest of the body
b. carry cholesterol and triglycerides from the liver to the rest of the body
c. carry lipids around in the blood more than LDL
d. take excess cholesterol and phospholipids from the tissues and return them to the liver
e. take excess cholesterol and phospholipids to the tissues and away from the liver
Q. 2Examples of stuffed foods are found in virtually all of the countries of South America and on many Caribbean islands. List the names of four types of stuffed pastries and give one or two of the major ingredients used in their preparation.
Q. 3Elevated LDL concentrations are associated with a high risk of heart disease because they ____.
a. transport cholesterol and triglycerides from the liver to the tissues
b. carry excessive amounts of fat that is deposited around the heart
c. encourage high levels of iron in the blood
d. take excess cholesterol back to the liver, which increases the production of cholesterol
e. transport cholesterol and triglycerides away from the liver
Q. 4In Brazil the blend of Portuguese and African influences has resulted in a unique cuisine. Give an example of a specific dish that demonstrates this blend and describe the ingredients used to prepare it.
Q. 5The ____ is the body's major metabolic organ.
a. pancreas
b. small intestine
c. gallbladder
d. liver
e. thyroid
Q. 6Discuss the origins of candombl and how a pai-de-santo or curendiero might diagnose and treat an illness in Brazil.
Q. 7When nutrients enter the blood vessels from the small intestine, they are first transported to the ____.
a. kidney
b. liver
c. cells throughout the body
d. thoracic duct
e. spleen
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