Unit 5: Fats

Question 1

what are lipoproteins?

Answer 1

packaged in the liver

circulates throughout the body dropping off and picking up fats

Question 2

what is the function of very low density lipoproteins (VLDL)?

Answer 2

transports

provides energy source for cells

Question 3

what is the function of low density lipoproteins (LDL)?

Answer 3

transports cholesterol to cells, creating fatty streaks

want low levels

Question 4

what is the function of high density lipoproteins (HDL)?

Answer 4

removes cholesterol from cells, removing fatty streaks

want high levels

Question 5

what are 5 ways to raise HDL cholesterol?

Answer 5

1. get active
2. lose extra weight
3. choose better fats
4. alcohol in moderation
5. stop smoking

Question 6

what are 3 characteristics of medium chain characteristics?

Answer 6

easily digested

readily absorbed into the blood

available for energy quickly

Question 7

how does endurance training improve fat utilization? (4)

Answer 7

1. body mobilizes fat from adipocytes better
2. increased muscle blood flow
3. improved transport of fats into muscle cells, larger and more mitochondria
4. increased quantity of enzymes