11-Other Factors Related to Cardiovascular Disease Flashcards
1
Q
what does coffee do to LDL
A
boiled coffee increases LDL
2
Q
what does iron do to LDL
A
speed up oxidation of LDL, more atherogenic
3
Q
what does Quercetin do to LDL
A
reduces oxidation of LDL
4
Q
high calcium intake does what to LDL
A
makes LDL fall
5
Q
what does tocotrienols do to cholesterol
A
reduce cholesterol in the liver
6
Q
what do soy compiunds do to cholesterol
A
reduce cholesterol absorption in gut
7
Q
what does red wine do to LDL
A
acts as antioxidant and reduces LDL oxidation
8
Q
what factors are associated with syndrome X
A
- high insulin levels
- hypertension
- hugh triglycerides
- Low HDL
9
Q
what are some suggestions to patients who have syndrome X
A
- reduce refined carbs
- lose weight
- increase physical activity
- more fruits and veges
- reduce dietary fat intake
