HLTH 340 ACTUAL EXAM 2026 2027 LATEST WITH
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
Atherosclerosis
plaque buildup in the arteries, causing blood vessel damage from chronic inflammation
Cardiovascular disease
high intake of saturated and trans-fat increase LDL cholesterol -> atherosclerosis
Chronic Inflammation
long-term, low-grade activation of immune pathways, contributes to aging, disease
linked to insulin resistance
C-reactive protein
,produced by the liver in response to inflammation
elevated = higher risk for heart disease, some cancers and diabetes
used in clinical settings as a biomarker of chronic inflammation
influenced directly from lifestyle
DASH diet
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
lower BP and cardiovascular risk
emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and low-fat dairy
limits sodium, red meat, added sugars
Dietary fiber
good to reduce inflammation
improve insulin sensitivity
Eicosanoids
High omega-6 intake drive production of pro-inflammatory eicosanoids (prostaglandins,
leukotrienes)
Free radicals
,Health span
years lived free of disability and chronic disease
- not the same as lifespan, where aging=/= disease
Inflammation
acute inflammation: short-term, protective response to injury or infection
- influenced by diet and lifestyle
Mediterranean diet
Greece, Italy and coastal Spain
emphasizes fruit, vegetables (antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamins) legumes (fiber, protein), nuts,
whole grains, and olive oil
- moderate fish, poultry, dairy and limited red meats
- moderate wine
- considered one of the healthiest diets
- fresh meals with family meals, walking and rest
- associated with low rates of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive decline
- Rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, and monounsaturated fats
- Supports healthy cholesterol levels and BP (whole grains)
- Enhances gut microbiome diversity and reduces inflammation
, reduce CRP
Metabolic syndrome
cluster of conditions that increase chronic disease risk
- high BP, elevated blood sugar, excess abdominal fat, high triglycerides low HDL cholesterol
driven by poor diet, inactivity, chronic inflammation
predictor of Type 2 diabetes and cardio disease
MIND diet
Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay
associated with lower Alzheimer’s risk
combines elements of DASH and mediterranean diet
encourages leafy greens, berries, olive oil, nuts, whole grains and fish
restricts butter, cheese, pastries, fast/fried foods
Monounsaturated fats
found in olive oil
healthy dietary fat, liquid at room temp
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
Atherosclerosis
plaque buildup in the arteries, causing blood vessel damage from chronic inflammation
Cardiovascular disease
high intake of saturated and trans-fat increase LDL cholesterol -> atherosclerosis
Chronic Inflammation
long-term, low-grade activation of immune pathways, contributes to aging, disease
linked to insulin resistance
C-reactive protein
,produced by the liver in response to inflammation
elevated = higher risk for heart disease, some cancers and diabetes
used in clinical settings as a biomarker of chronic inflammation
influenced directly from lifestyle
DASH diet
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
lower BP and cardiovascular risk
emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and low-fat dairy
limits sodium, red meat, added sugars
Dietary fiber
good to reduce inflammation
improve insulin sensitivity
Eicosanoids
High omega-6 intake drive production of pro-inflammatory eicosanoids (prostaglandins,
leukotrienes)
Free radicals
,Health span
years lived free of disability and chronic disease
- not the same as lifespan, where aging=/= disease
Inflammation
acute inflammation: short-term, protective response to injury or infection
- influenced by diet and lifestyle
Mediterranean diet
Greece, Italy and coastal Spain
emphasizes fruit, vegetables (antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamins) legumes (fiber, protein), nuts,
whole grains, and olive oil
- moderate fish, poultry, dairy and limited red meats
- moderate wine
- considered one of the healthiest diets
- fresh meals with family meals, walking and rest
- associated with low rates of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive decline
- Rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, and monounsaturated fats
- Supports healthy cholesterol levels and BP (whole grains)
- Enhances gut microbiome diversity and reduces inflammation
, reduce CRP
Metabolic syndrome
cluster of conditions that increase chronic disease risk
- high BP, elevated blood sugar, excess abdominal fat, high triglycerides low HDL cholesterol
driven by poor diet, inactivity, chronic inflammation
predictor of Type 2 diabetes and cardio disease
MIND diet
Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay
associated with lower Alzheimer’s risk
combines elements of DASH and mediterranean diet
encourages leafy greens, berries, olive oil, nuts, whole grains and fish
restricts butter, cheese, pastries, fast/fried foods
Monounsaturated fats
found in olive oil
healthy dietary fat, liquid at room temp
