GENERAL HISTOLOGY

VASCULAR

TYPES OF ARTERIES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the main cause of plaque in arteries?
A
Diet high in protein
B
Diet high in fats and cholesterol
C
Diet high in calcium
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Factors that can increase your risk of unhealthy cholesterol levels include: Poor diet. Eating too much saturated fat or trans fats can result in unhealthy cholesterol levels. Saturated fats are found in fatty cuts of meat and full-fat dairy products.

Detailed explanation-2: -If there’s too much cholesterol in the blood, the cholesterol and other substances may form deposits (plaques) that collect on artery walls. Plaques can cause an artery to become narrowed or blocked. If a plaque ruptures, a blood clot can form.

Detailed explanation-3: -Processed Foods Overeating processed meat like bacon, jerky, ham, and sausages might raise LDL or harmful cholesterol levels. It, in turn, blocks the arteries by cholesterol deposits.

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