Nutrition Midterm

A teaspoon of sugar supplies about 16 kilocalories, which is that same as _____ calories.

1.6

A serving of food contains 2g carbohydrate, 16g protein, 6g fat, 2mcg vitamin B12, and 60mg iron. Based on this information, this food provides ___ kcal/serving.

126

A serving of food supplies 100Kcal from protein. Based on this information, how many grams of protein are in the serving?

25

What good is a good source of fiber?

Brown Rice

6 Nutrients

Carbohydrates, Lipids (includes fats and oils), Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, Water. (These are life sustaining)

Fruits and veggies generally are...

Good sources of fiber, and low in fat.

What carbohydrate is in plain, fat free milk?

Lactose

The Key Principles of Healthy Eating Include:

Moderation, balance, and variety

The basic chemical unit of carbohydrates is a __ molecule

Monosaccharide

Micronutrient

No Energy, need in small amounts. (Vitamins and minerals)

Monosaccharides and disaccharides are considered simple carbohydrates, what is not?

Polysaccharides

What nutrient is a source of energy?

Protien

Macronutrient

Provides Energy, need in large amounts. (Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins)

Gum with ___ wont develop tooth decay

Sugar alcohols

Dietitians often refer to ____ as "empty calorie" foods.

Sugar-sweetened soft drinks

What is a nutrient that does not supply any energy for the human body?

Vitamin C

What has the least amount of lactose/

cheese

Which sugar is the sweetest?

fructose

The 3 most important dietary monosaccharides for humans are...

galactose, glucose, and fructose.

What is a kilocalorie-free sweetener?

saccharin

The storage form of glucose plant is

starch

What sweetener provides 4kcal/g

sucrose