Question

select all that apply diets rich in fiber reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by: improving blood lipid levels. lowering blood pressure. functioning as a stimulant. reducing markers of inflammation.

Explanation:

Fiber - rich diets improve blood lipid levels by binding to cholesterol - containing bile acids and excreting them, which prompts the body to use cholesterol to make more bile acids, thus reducing blood cholesterol. They can also lower blood pressure by promoting a healthy gut microbiota that affects blood vessel function. Additionally, they reduce markers of inflammation which are associated with cardiovascular disease risk. Fiber is not a stimulant.

Answer:

• improving blood lipid levels.
• lowering blood pressure.
• reducing markers of inflammation.