Fats and Cholesterol
Learning Objective
I can explain how different types of fats in my diet affect my cholesterol levels.
Key Concepts
Lipoproteins are packages of lipids and proteins that transport fats through the bloodstream; examples include VLDL, LDL, and HDL.
Saturated and trans fats can increase LDL levels, while unsaturated fats can help counteract LDL buildup.
Besides diet, other lifestyle factors like exercise and smoking can also impact lipid levels in the blood.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 4 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Explain the difference between LDL and HDL cholesterol, including their effects on cardiovascular health.
2. According to the video, what has a greater impact on blood lipid concentrations: the cholesterol levels in food, or the fat composition of food?
3. Describe how saturated and unsaturated fats affect LDL cholesterol levels in the body.
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Educational Video
What actually causes high cholesterol? - Hei Man Chan
TED-Ed