Test your knowledge of cholesterol and may be learn something new.

Cigarette smokers have which of the following ?

a. Higher levels of HDL cholesterol
b. Lower levels of HDL cholesterol
c. Lower total cholesterol
d. None of the above

>>> Correct answer B

Lower HDL levels is common in smokers. Smoking is also a separate risk factor for heart disease.

What is the definition of cholesterol?

a. Cholesterol is a substance needed for body to function normally.
b. Cholesterol is a fattty substance that happens to be naturally in the body.
c. Cholesterol is found in cell walls, including in the muscle, skin, liver, intestines, nerves and heart.
d. All of the Above.

>>> Correct Answer D

What total cholesterol level is considered desirable

a. Less than 200 mg/dl
b. Less than 220 mg/dl
c. Less than 230 mg/dl
d. Less than 240 mg/dl

>>> Correct answer A

The cholesterol type which is considered “bad” cholesterol is which of following:

a. HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol.
b. LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol.
c. Triglycerides.
d. All of the Above.

>>> Correct Answer B

Regular, vigorous exercise can increase your HDL cholesterol by how much ?

a. 1 to 2 percent
b. 4 to 5 percent
c. 7 to 8 percent
d. 10 to 20 percent

>>> Correct Answer D

What factors can make impact to your LDL cholesterol level?

a. Heredity
b. Your diet
c. Weight
d. All of the Above

>>> Correct Answer D

Eating less saturated fat can help lower cholesterol (total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol as well). Which of the following food types or choices can accomplish this?

a. Cook the food with Olive oil instead of butter
b. Consume less red meat
c. Consume more fish
d. All of the above

>>> Correct Answer D

Eating what kinds of foods may increase your risk of developing high overall cholesterol levels:

a. Saturated fats that are found in white milk, cheese, butter and fatty meats.
b. Unsaturated fats that are found in vegetable, canola, olive, and corn oils.
c. Omega-3 fatty acids that are found in flaxseed and fish etc.
d. All of the Above.

>>> Correct Answer A

For those who have higher risk of coronary heart disease or someone who had a previous heart attack, the recommended LDL cholesterol level is:

a. LDL level should be greater than 150 mg/dL.
b. LDL level should be less than 130 mg/dL.
c. LDL level should be less than 100 mg/dL.
d. All of the Above.

>>> Correct Answer C

To help reduce high total blood cholesterol levels, this is what you should do:

a. Eat foods that are low in saturated fat.
b. Increase your physical exercise and lose weight if you are overweight.
c. Take medications cholesterol lowering medication, if prescribed by your physician.
d. All of the Above.

>>> Correct Answer D

High cholesterol can eventually lead to which of the following situations

a. Heart Attack
b. Stroke
c. Atherosclerosis
d. All of the Above.

>>> Correct Answer D

LDL cholesterol, is "bad" cholesterol. You should have less of LDL.

HDL, the "good" cholesterol. You should have more of HDL.

Conclusion :
It is recommended that a total blood cholesterol level of 200 mg/dL or lower is desirable. A healthy LDL level is less than 130 mg/dL and a healthy HDL level is more than 40 mg/dL.

In conclustion, your knowledge regarding cholesterol should help transform you into a healthy lifestyle. Examine those cholesterol risk factors and take steps to reduce or eliminate those risks. It is very important that you contact your doctor and discuss about a cholesterol screening.

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