SC121 Unit 2 Assignment 1

SC121 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Unit 2 Assignment Cholesterol, the good, the bad and the ugly! You have recently finished learning about the building blocks of life which include the organic compounds of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, ATP and nucleic acids. Using that knowledge and any additional research, please complete the unit Assignment. The Kaplan Online Library is a great resource. Lipids are a group of organic compounds that make up 18-25% of one’s body mass. Incorporate your knowledge of trans-fatty acids and the adverse effects of trans-fatty acids on the body and write a 3 - 4 page paper (double-spaced) that includes the following topics: Discuss the various types of lipids found in the body and incorporate the following questions:
Why are lipids important?
Can the body produce essential fatty acids (EFA’s)? If not, how does the body obtain these needed lipids?
What are the benefits of Omega-3 and Omega 6 fatty acids? o Are lipids able to cross the plasma membrane on their own? If not, how do they cross the membrane?
What is cholesterol? Research cholesterol more in depth.
What are LDL and HDL? o Where is cholesterol produced? o What are the causes of high cholesterol? o What are the treatments for reducing high cholesterol? o What are the side effects of medication for treating high cholesterol?
Do the benefits of lowering cholesterol outweigh the risks of taking medication? o What options exist for a person to try and reduce his/her cholesterol without taking medication?
Explain cholesterol homeostasis. Lastly, research the following food items:
Low fat/reduced fat Lays® potato chips verses regular Lays potato chips
(e.g., Lays brand) o Low fat/reduced fat Chips Ahoy® chocolate chip cookies verses regular
Chips Ahoy chocolate chip cookies (e.g., Chips Ahoy) o Using one serving for each of the food items listed, report the following information: -total calories in grams -total fat grams
Based on the