Select all TRUE statements about the known relationship between diet and heart disease.
High cholesterol diets do not affect LDLs. Consuming dietary cholesterol does not significantly increase heart disease risk.
Trans fats in the diet raise blood LDL, blood triglycerides, and lower HDL. When consumed regularly, trans fats increase the risk of heart disease.
Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids and plant sterols are "heart healthy".
Foods high in antioxidant nutrients (Vitamin E, Vitamin C, and Beta-Carotene) are "heart healthy".
Plant foods high in soluble fibers, like oatmeal and beans are "heart healthy".
Answer (2)
Trans fats increase heart disease risk, while foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, plant sterols, and soluble fibers are beneficial for heart health. Conversely, high cholesterol diets and dietary cholesterol can adversely affect LDL levels. Antioxidants' effectiveness in lowering heart disease risk is still under investigation. ;
Trans fats increase heart disease risk, while foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, plant sterols, and soluble fibers are beneficial for heart health. High cholesterol diets do affect LDL levels and dietary cholesterol can elevate heart disease risk in some individuals. Antioxidants' direct impact on heart health is still debated among researchers.
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