In men who drink 5-25 alcoholic drinks per week, _____.
a. total sperm count increases
b. testosterone levels decrease
c. sperm concentration increases
d. the percent of sperm with normal shape decreases
e. there is no effect on fertility
Q. 2Unsaturated fats should be consumed in moderation because:
a. they are high in kcalories.
b. they raise LDL levels.
c. the foods that contain them are not nutritious.
d. they reduce blood clotting factors.
Q. 3Young female athletes often experience a delay in menarche of approximately what duration?
a. 6 months to 1 year
b. 1 to 2 years
c. 2 to 4 years
d. 5 years
e. They do not experience a delay in menarche.
Q. 4Which snack food exerts the most favorable effect on blood lipid levels?
a. pretzels
b. cheese and crackers
c. walnuts and almonds
d. microwave popcorn
Q. 5Which dietary component can protect cells of the reproductive system from damage by free radicals?
a. fiber
b. calcium
c. iron
d. fat
e. antioxidants
Q. 6Extra virgin olive oil is an excellent choice as a replacement for butter because:
a. it has a less bitter flavor than lighter oils.
b. it is lower in kcalories than butter.
c. its monounsaturated fats raise HDL cholesterol.
d. its phytochemicals interfere with the inflammatory process.
Q. 7An anovulatory cycle is _____.
a. the absence of a menstrual cycle
b. a menstrual cycle in which ovulation does not occur
c. an abnormally short menstrual cycle
d. an abnormally long menstrual cycle
e. a menstrual cycle in which more than one egg is ovulated
Q. 8Today's recommendations for fat intake emphasize:
a. lowering the intake of all types of fat.
b. low-fat diets only for those at risk for heart disease.
c. replacing saturated and trans fats with unsaturated fats.
d. consuming no more than 20 grams of fat per day.