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As part of the patient evaluation for the new weight loss program, Aleksandr con

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Question

As part of the patient evaluation for the new weight loss program, Aleksandr continued with Adriana’s consultation. Answer the following questions.

When Adriana asked what she could do to lower her cholesterol levels, Aleksandr advised her that focusing on foods that have _________, specifically those containing __________, would possibly provide her with the cholesterol- lowering effect that she desired.

a. Monounsaturated fats; omega-3 fatty acids

b. Polyunsaturated fats; omega-6 fatty acids

c. Monounsaturated fats; omega-6 fatty acids

d. Polyunsaturated fats; omega-3 fatty acids

Explanation / Answer

The answer is D). Polunsaturated fats; omega-3 fatty acids.

Foods rich in polyunsaturated fats which contains omega-3-fatty acids (like fish, flaxseed, walnuts etc.) lower the triglyceroids and harmful LDL cholesterol.