Insulin is one example of a protein that acts as
A. an antioxidant.
B. an enzyme.
C. an antibody.
D. a hormone.
Answer: D
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Jack has just returned from the hospital where Jack's father is recovering from a heart attack. The doctors told Jack that his dad's atherosclerosis is very serious. Jack and his wife, Melanie, are worried about Jack's father and also are starting to think about Jack's risk of also having heart disease in his lifetime. He sets up an appointment at his doctor's office and has his blood lipid
levels evaluated for the first time. Let's see if you can answer some of the questions that Jack and Melanie have. Which of the following would be the best choice in order for Jack to lower his LDL-cholesterol without decreasing his HDL-cholesterol? a. Exercise regularly. b. Eat an atherogenic diet. c. Switch back to butter instead of margarine. d. Eat almonds and use olive oil. e. Eat more trans fats when possible.
Insulin and glucagon are produced in the
A. liver. B. gallbladder. C. small intestine. D. pancreas.
Omega-3 fatty acids describe a shortening that has had monoglycerides and diglycerides added for increased plasticity.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Exposure to alcohol during fetal life may cause ________.
A. inadequate prenatal and infant growth B. mental retardation C. physical deformities D. All of these choices are correct.