Plaque Off!
This type of cholesterol is referred to as "bad cholesterol?"
What is LDL or Low-density lipoprotein
This type of fat is a predominate fat found in a steak.
What is saturated fat.
This would food item would not be considered a complete protein?
1. cheese
2. peanut butter
3. milk
4. tofu
What is peanut butter.
This vitamin is commonly associated with immune system support and is found in citrus fruits.
What is vitamin C
The USDA Dietary Guidelines encourages people to fill half of their plate with these two food groups.
What is fruits and vegetables.
This is a serious complication that might occur if plaque buildup progresses and remains unchecked.
What is a heart attack or stroke
This food item will provide the healthiest type of lipid for long-term heart health.
1. Avocado
2. Almonds
3. Walnuts
4. Chicken
What is walnuts!
This food item is an example of a complimentary protein.
1. eggs and toast
2. rice and beans
3. salmon and rice
What is rice and beans.
This mineral, often found in dairy products, is essential for strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium.
Legumes, like lentils and beans, are unique because they provide protein and which other type of macronutrient?
What is carbohydrates.
This nutrient is commonly associated with the buildup of plaque in the arteries.
What is saturated fat! Also trans fat.
These are two types of foods you can include in your diet if you want to increase your consumption of omega-3 fatty acids.
What is...
Salmon, herring, mackerel
Walnuts
Flax and chai seeds
Flax oil
This is found to be the AMDR for protein?
What is 10-35% of your daily calories should come from protein sources.
Protein supplements are commonly used to support this type of body tissue repair after intense exercise.
What is protein synthesis
This type of fat, found in some processed baked goods and some plant margarines, is artificially created and should be avoided at all cost.
What is trans-fat.
This organ produces cholesterol naturally in your body.
What is the liver.
This type of fat is found in an avocado.
What is monounsaturated or just unsaturated fat.
It helps to increase the absorption of vitamin E
This term refers to a protein that contains all 9 essential amino acids.
What is a complete protein.
Often used by athletes, this supplement helps improve muscle recovery and is naturally found in red meat and fish.
What is creatine.
This type of food, often labeled "whole", contains the germ, bran, and endosperm.
What is whole grains.
These are two dietary changes that will lower the risk of atherosclerosis?
What is....
Reduce saturated fat intake
Swap saturated fat for unsaturated fat
Increase consumption of dietary fiber and healthy unsaturated fats like omega-3 fatty acids
Lower consumption of added sugars
What is the AMDR for fat in the diet?
What is 20-35% of your calories should come from fat sources with less than 10% coming from saturated fat.
This is the process in which proteins are broken down into amino acids or peptides
What is protein catabolism or protein digestion
This essential fatty acid supplement, commonly derived from fish oil, is known for its heart and brain health benefits.
What is omega-3 fatty acids.
This colourful symbol replaced the Food Pyramid in 2011 to assist Americans in making healthy food choices.
What is MyPlate.