Chapter 1

Carbohydrates contain ___ kcal per gram

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What is the kilocalorie difference between a gram of fat and a gram of carbohydrates

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Lipids contain ___ kcal per gram

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Risk Factor

A term used when discussing aspects such as heredity, lifestyle, nutritional choices that contribute to the development of a disease

What is a link between two atoms by shared electrons?

Bond

___ are nutrients that provide a major source of calories

Carbohydrates

Organic substance

Has carbon atoms bonded to hydrogen in the chemical structure

What are fat and oil?

Lipids

What nutrient group doesn't dissolve in water?

Lipids

Do vitamins, minerals, and water provide energy?

No

What is the main structure of the body?

Proteins

Carbohydrates can be classified as-

Simple or complex

In contrast to oils, fats are ___ at room temperature

Solid

What is an example of a complex carbohydrate?

Starches, cereal grains

Kilocalorie

The energy content in food

What is the main function of vitamins?

To aid chemical reactions

Are minerals inorganic substances?

Yes