It is easier and more efficient to build up iron stores before pregnancy than during pregnancy.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 2Jack is confused about whether to use margarine or butter. Which of the following is the best advice for him?
a. Use margarine instead of butter because it contains no cholesterol and protects against heart disease.
b. Use butter instead of margarine since margarine contains trans-fatty acids, which are harmful.
c. Choose soft or liquid margarine that contains 0 grams of trans fat instead of hard margarine or butter.
d. Eliminate both butter and margarine from your diet.
Q. 3Alcohol intake has been found to reduce fertility only in women with a specific gene variant that reduces the rate of alcohol breakdown in the body.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 4Trans-fatty acids contribute to heart disease by:
a. producing inflammation in the arteries.
b. contributing to high blood pressure.
c. causing blood clots.
d. causing irregular heartbeats.
Q. 5Women trying to get pregnant should avoid all sources of caffeine.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 6Which of the following statements is true?
a. Saturated fatty acids elevate LDL blood cholesterol.
b. Polyunsaturated fatty acids elevate LDL blood cholesterol.
c. Monounsaturated fatty acids elevate LDL blood cholesterol.
d. Trans fatty acids lower LDL blood cholesterol.
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