Nutrition and Diet Therapy 6th Edition by Carroll Lutz, Erin Mazur , Nancy Litch

Exercise 1

Mrs. S, 50 years old, has a cholesterol level of 233 mg/dL. She weighs 125 lb and is 5 ft, 5 in. tall. The dietitian has estimated her body fat content to be 35%. When taking a nursing history, the nurse asks 1.Mrs. S if she eats any foods that may be related to her elevated cholesterol level. Which of the following groups of foods are most related to an elevated cholesterol level?
A) Vegetable oils such as corn, cottonseed, and soybean
B) Fruits and vegetables
C) Starches such as bread, potatoes, rice, and pasta
D) Animal fats such as butter, meats, lard, and bacon