Which of the following is a biochemical marker of low-grade inflammation?
a. HDL cholesterol
b. LDL cholesterol
c. insulin
d. C-reactive protein
Answer: d. C-reactive protein
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Which of the following is a physiologic contributor to intestinal ischemia?
A. decreased level of dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate B. increased level of norepinephrine C. exposure to endotoxin and inflammatory cytokine release D. nausea and early satiety from gut or hepatic edema E. increased level of insulin-like growth factor-1
One of the most important functions of cholecystokinin (CCK) is to _____
a. slow the release of bile b. regulate the movement of the epiglottis c. slow gastric emptying d. stimulate production of HCl
All of the following are true regarding HDL cholesterol EXCEPT:
a. increasing sources of dietary polyunsaturated fats raises HDL levels. b. high HDL is protective against heart disease. c. it helps remove cholesterol from the blood. d. it is also known as "good" cholesterol.
MyPlate foods that provide essential fatty acids include:
A) fruits. B) beans and peas. C) empty-Calorie foods. D) dairy foods. E) oils.