____ Seems Especially Effective in Preventing Heart Disease as Well

question 5

Multiple Choice

____ seems especially effective in preventing heart disease as well as metabolic syndrome.

• A) Soluble fiber
• B) Vegetable fiber
• C) Fruit fiber
• D) Cereal fiber

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Definitions:

Digested Lipids

These are lipids that have been broken down by the digestive process into smaller molecules, such as fatty acids and glycerol, for absorption and use by the body.

Disaccharides

Sugars composed of two monosaccharide molecules bonded together, such as lactose and sucrose.

Small Intestine

A long, coiled tube where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs, extending from the stomach to the large intestine.

Digestion

The process by which food is broken down into smaller components that can be absorbed and utilized by the body.