Carbohydrates, Fats, And Proteins
1. the nutrient that is essential to cellular construction, reproduction, and maintenance 2. proteins that cannot be manufactured by the body and must be derived from food sources 3. food source that contains all the essential amino acids 4. food sources that do not contain all the essential amino acids
3- complete protein 4- incomplete proteins 2- essential amino acids 1- protein
______ is/are used by the body to synthesize Vitamin D, maintain the proper functioning of nerve cells, keep skin soft and supple, and transport fat to cells.
Cholesterol
____ carbohydrates require a prolonged process of digestion in order to be broken down into glucose and help maintain proper blood sugar levels.
Complex
_____ are organic acids that aid in the transportation and breakdown of cholesterol.
Fatty acids
During digestion, carbohydrates are broken down into simple sugars. The most important one is:
Glucose
Unused glucose that is converted to ____ is stored in the liver.
Glycogen
What are some components of a healthy diet?
All Of The Above
The amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water 1 degree Celsius.
Calorie
____ are the body's primary and immediate source of energy.
Carbohydrates
____ is/are the most concentrated form of energy.
Fats
____ fats are found in animal products and some vegetables.
Saturated
_____ carbohydrates do not take long to digest and cause blood sugar levels to rise quickly.
Simple
Select all that apply. Carbohydrates are found in foods that contain:
Starch and sugar
Excess fat, whether saturated or unsaturated, is stored as ____
fat
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are dependent upon ____ for their absorption by cells.
fat