Week 5 2.0 Flashcards
1
Q
What dietary factors influence LDL?
A
SAFA, dietary cholesterol, fibre, soy, plant sterols
2
Q
How do plant sterols work?
A
They inhibit the absorption of cholesterol because they compete for a place in the micell
3
Q
What is iso-caloric replacement?
A
If you cut out fats for a study, it matters with what you replace it.
4
Q
What is the effect of replacing SAFA with MUFA?
A
Not consistent. Improves blood lipids but no clinical effect.
