Vegetarians and Cardiovascular Disease

What health outcomes can result from Coronary Heart Disease?

• Heart attack, angina
• Muscle tension
• Insomnia
• Restless leg syndrome

Obesity increases serum total cholesterol, reduces HDL cholesterol, increases blood pressure, and increases glucose intolerance

• True
• False: Obesity decreases serum total cholesterol, reduces HDL cholesterol, increases blood pressure, and increases glucose tolerance

How do complex carbohydrates influence Coronary Heart Disease?

• Consumption of complex carbohydrates can help regulate glucose tolerance and diabetes, both of which are associated with increased risk of CHD.
• Consumption of complex carbohydrates can help regulate glucose intolerance and diabetes, both of which are associated with increased risk of CHD.

How can individuals reduce plasma concentrations of homocysteine?

• Intake of refined sugar and processed flour.
• Intake of folic acid, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12.

Are vegetarians more or less likely to have Coronary Heart Disease?

• Less likely
• More likely