Question

question 5 (3 points)
soluble fiber is a type of carbohydrate one of the functions of soluble fiber is to...
reduce blood cholesterol levels
helps absorb fat - soluble vitamins
provide for roughage
cell membranes
question 6 (3 points)
one of the reasons that the american diet is so high in carbohydrates is the fact that they are inexpensive.
true
false

Explanation:

For Question 5, soluble fiber binds to cholesterol in the digestive system and helps remove it from the body, reducing blood - cholesterol levels. The other options are incorrect as fat - soluble vitamin absorption is mainly related to fats, roughage is more related to insoluble fiber, and cell membranes are not a function of soluble fiber. For Question 6, carbohydrates are relatively inexpensive compared to some other food components like high - quality proteins and healthy fats, which is a reason for their high prevalence in the American diet.

Answer:

Question 5: reduce blood cholesterol levels
Question 6: True