Nutrition ch.4,5,6
What percent of calories in the diet should come from carbohydrates?
45-65%
If a woman weighs 165 lbs, what will be her protein RDA(Recommended Daily Allowance) .
60g
Which one of the following populations are at risk of protein deficiency?
All of the above are vulnerable to protein deficiency.
Americans consume fats below the recommended percentage of the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Rate.
False
Lactose intolerance is an allergy to dairy products.
Flase
Which of the following foods has a high glycemic index?
Frosted flakes cereal
Which hormone is released by the pancreas after a meal?
Insulin
Which one of the following is NOT associated with sugar sweetened soft drinks?
Starch
Sugar sweetened soft drinks are the main sources of added sugars in our diets. These are known as "high fructose corn syrup" products.
True
Which of the following are incorrectly paired?
actin- blood clotting protein
Which of the following is not upon a nutrient label of a package?
alcohol kcals
Sugar alcohols are used in _____.
breath mints sugar-free gum diabetic candy
The primary function of carbohydrates in the body is to provide _________ for all cells.
energy
It is possible to put protein into your hair with a protein shampoo.
false
Most dietary ______ are complex carbohydrates comprised of monosaccharides connected by bonds that human enzymes cannot digest.
fibers
The hormone secreted by the pancreas when your blood sugar is low and which causes your blood sugar levels to rise is
glucagon
Which hormone is released by the pancreas when we wake up after a night's sleep?
glucagon
What is the major monosaccharide in the body?
glucose
What is the primary source of fuel for the body's cells?
glucose
The sweetening agent in sweetened beverages that is thought to contribute to obesity is
high fructose corn syrup
What is the technical term for high blood sugar?
hyperglycemia
When an individual's blood sugar level falls below 70 mg/dl, they are diagnosed with
hypoglycemia
Which of the following is a type of simple sugar?
monosaccharide
Enzymes in the wall of the small intestine break down the disaccharides into
monosaccharides
Most forms of dietary fiber are complex carbohydrates comprised of?
monosaccharides
The pancreatic enzyme that is secreted into the small intestine that is responsible for digesting starch is
pancreatic amylase
Which amino acid can a Phenylketonuria child never have?
phenylalanine
Which one of the following is an example of an energy/dense food?
piece of pie
Cholesterol and ________require no digestion.
protein
Which of the following is a high quality protein from the plant world?
quinoa
Sweetened beverages, cookies, chips, and processed snack foods are all examples of
refined carbohydrates
Food labels are not required to provide information about which of the following?
soluble fibers
Identify names of sugars that may be found in foods.
sugar, honey and molasses
Which portion of the cell membrane is hydrophobic?
the fatty acids of the membrane
Why is sugar often added to foods?
to improve food tenderness to serve as a preservative to increase the browning of the food
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
to provide energy for the body
What is a risk of consuming sugars in the diet?
tooth decay
Which of the following ethnic groups do not have a high incidence of diabetes 2?
western European
When sugars and other carbohydrates are metabolized by bacteria into acids that dissolve the tooth enamel, this results in tooth
decay
What are other names for sugar that may be listed on food products?
lactose maltodextrin raw sugar
Which of the following enzymes does NOT digest carbohydrates?
lipase
The shape of a protein determines its function; if its shape is altered, it will not function.
true
An amino acid has a carbon skeleton upon which there is an amino group. Which one of the following is that group?
NH2
With what molecule do plants store their glucose?
Starch
Whole grains contain large amounts of insoluble fiber; these form the feces. They also move feces.
True
Aspartame is an alternative sweetener made of two__________ acids (phenylalanine and aspartic acid) and methanol.
amino
At what age can type 1 diabetes first occur?
any age
There are digestible and nondigestible forms of _____.
complex carbohydrates
Which of the following will NOT be complementary to a cereal protein?
fruit
Which of the following molecules comprise sucrose?
glucose and fructose
Regarding alcohol consumption, which of the following is INCORRECT?
has no effect on the embryo or fetus.
Glucose and fructose bonded together form the disaccharide______
sacrose
Solid fats generally are solid at room temperature and have __________fatty acids.
saturated
Which of the following foods is the best source of soluble fiber?
whole grain oat cereal
Susan often experiences abdominal discomfort after consuming dairy products; she knows that her family seems to experience the same. What enzyme may Susan not have very much of or not at all?
Lactase
Which of the following is NOT associated with Diabetes 1?
alpha cells do not function
Which alternative sweetener contains the amino acids phenylalanine and aspartic acid?
aspartame
The hormone secreted by the pancreas in response to high blood sugar which causes a lowering of blood sugar is
insulin
Alcohol metabolism is not affected by which of the following?
level of caffeine consumption
Which of the following is NOT a protein?
mango
Simple carbohydrates include ___________ which contain only one sugar unit, and _________ which are compounds of two sugar units.
monosaccharides and disaccharides
Which nutrients must be listed on a food label?
protein sodium total carbohydrate total fat
Examples of complex carbohydrates include
starch
Which of the following carbohydrates cannot be transported by the hepatic portal vein?
starch
plants store glucose as
starch
What is the proper name for table sugar?
sucrose
n What is added to food to improve the food's tenderness, contribute to browning, and serve as a preservative?
sugar
Both sugars and sugar alcohols provide______.
sweetness
Women are more likely to experience gestational diabetes during their pregnancy if______.
they have a family history of type 2 diabetes are chronically overweight they have elevated blood pressure
In order to extract energy from the glucose molecule, we need which molecule?
02
Sugar alcohols provide about _____ kcal/g.
2
Nitrogen fixing bacteria give the legume plant the nitrogen it requires. Legume gives the bacteria________which id a product of Photosynthesis. This is called a mutualistic relationship.
carbohydrates
Which of the following two are the main sources for the requirements a cell has for energy?
carbohydrates and fatty acids
Since energy is released after the breakdown of glucose, this reaction is a(an):
catabolic reaction
Choose factors that put a person at an increased risk for type 2 diabetes.
close family member with type 2 diabetes sedentary lifestyle excess body fat
Which of the following does NOT have a high percentage of saturated fats?
cocoa beans
What is another name for polysaccharides?
complex carbohydrates
Which of the following does not increase the chances of developing cardiovascular disease?
consuming 3-4 servings of vegetables and fruits daily
Identify two names for the most abundant monosaccharide found in the body.
dextrose and glucose
Which of the following is NOT a healthy carbohydrate?
doughnut