Question

1. cholesterol is made in the:

• pancreas
• kidneys
• liver
• gallbladder

1. cholesterol is stored in the blood.

• true
• false

1. food sources of cholesterol include all of the following except:

• eggs
• walnuts
• milk
• cheese

Explanation:

1. The liver is the main organ that synthesizes cholesterol.
2. Cholesterol is transported in the blood but not stored there. It is stored in adipose - tissue and the liver.
3. Walnuts are a plant - based food. Plants do not contain cholesterol. Eggs, milk, and cheese are animal - based products and contain cholesterol.

Answer:

1. Liver
2. False
3. Walnuts