How Do Sterols and Stanol Esters Reportedly Work to Improve

question 33

Multiple Choice

How do sterols and stanol esters reportedly work to improve heart health?

• A) they block absorption of cholesterol from the intestine
• B) they decrease artery pressure caused by blood flow
• C) they halt weight gain by blocking fat absorption in the body
• D) they reduce the body's absorption of some phytochemicals

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Definitions:

Two-Track Mind

The concept that the human mind simultaneously processes information on both an unconscious and conscious level.

Masking Stimulus

A stimulus that interferes with the perception of another stimulus, often used in psychological experiments to test sensory thresholds or attention.

Priming

The process by which recent experiences increase the accessibility of a schema, trait, or concept, influencing responses.

Weber's Law

A principle in psychology stating that the smallest perceptible change in a stimulus is proportional to the magnitude of the original stimulus.