Week 5 2.0 Flashcards

1
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What dietary factors influence LDL?

A

SAFA, dietary cholesterol, fibre, soy, plant sterols

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How do plant sterols work?

A

They inhibit the absorption of cholesterol because they compete for a place in the micell

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What is iso-caloric replacement?

A

If you cut out fats for a study, it matters with what you replace it.

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4
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What is the effect of replacing SAFA with MUFA?

A

Not consistent. Improves blood lipids but no clinical effect.

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