Which of the following profiles is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis?

a) total blood cholesterol in adults below 120 mg/100 mL of blood.
b) HDL cholesterol below 40 mg per 100 mL of blood.
c) LDL levels below 130 mg per 100 mL of blood.
d) All answer choices are correct.


Ans: b) HDL cholesterol below 40 mg per 100 mL of blood.

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Jennie Wilson is a 42-year-old administrative assistant who is about to undergo gastric bypass surgery to treat her obesity and weight-related problems of diabetes and hypertension. On the day following surgery, Ms. Wilson will be allowed to consume all of these foods except _____

a. sugar-free iced tea b. low-fat broth c. water d. skim milk e. sugar-free fruit punch

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Among the following, the newest addition to the Nutrition Facts panel is:

a. trans fat. b. fiber. c. net carbs. d. saturated fats.

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A small apple supplies approximately 40,000 ________.

A. calories B. kilocalories C. Kilocalories D. Calories

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