Quiz: Rethinking oil

This quiz relates to the previous lesson, ‘Rethinking oil.’ Use the information from that lesson to answer the questions. There are five questions, and answering at least four correctly will constitute a pass.

Otherwise, the quiz can be retaken.

1. What is one reason some experts recommend avoiding added oils? *

They contain too much protein

They are highly processed and, therefore, have had the beneficial fibre and some of the important phytonutrients removed

They are required for vitamin absorption

They cause immediate weight gain

2. What did a recent study find about consuming extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) within a WFPB diet? *

The high-EVOO diet led to better cholesterol levels

The low-EVOO diet resulted in more significant reductions in LDL cholesterol

Neither diet had any impact on cardiovascular health

EVOO increases the risk of heart disease

3. How can people following a WFPB diet ensure they absorb fat-soluble vitamins without using added oils? *

By eating a variety of whole plant-based foods

By taking fish oil supplements

By adding butter to meals

By avoiding fat entirely

4. According to the lesson, which of the following plant-based experts advocate for avoiding added oils, particularly for heart health? *

Dr Caldwell Esselstyn and Dr Dean Ornish

Dr Atkins and Dr Robert Lustig

Dr Mark Hyman and Dr Oz

Dr Andrew Weil and Dr Neal Barnard

5. What is the key takeaway about added oils in a WFPB diet? *

They are necessary for a balanced diet

While avoiding them where possible may offer benefits, focusing on a whole-food, plant-based diet overall is most important

Eliminating all fat is required for optimal health

Cooking without oil is impossible