NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
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Question
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The risk of obesity, heart disease, & cancer is increased by a diet high in:
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Fat
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Unsaturated fat
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Cholesterol
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Eating a diet high in saturated fats, trans fat, and cholesterol has been linked to heart disease and related conditions, such as atherosclerosis.
Detailed explanation-2: -Heart disease risk. Your body needs healthy fats for energy and other functions. But too much saturated fat can cause cholesterol to build up in your arteries (blood vessels). Saturated fats raise your LDL (bad) cholesterol. High LDL cholesterol increases your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hypertension, obesity, smoking, diabetes and poor lifestyle are all associated with both CV disease and cancer incidence.
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