Plant sterols ____
a. are structurally similar to phospholipids
b. interfere with cholesterol absorption
c. raise blood cholesterol levels
d. help to reduce blood cholesterol levels
e. are essential fatty acids
b
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A) ?palm oil B) ?lecithin C) ?cholesterol D) ?arachidonic acid
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a. they include water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. b. they include 35 known substances. c. too many can be harmful for the body. d. they perform specific functions in the body.
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