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