HN 196 CH4

Which of the following is an example of a soluble fiber?

pectins

Which of the following is a controllable risk factor for Type 2 diabetes?

sedentary lifestyle

Which of the following nutrients is a carbohydrate? high fructose corn syrup starch fructose All of these are correct.

all

The glycemic index shows how foods affect our ______.

blood glucose levels

If you are physically active, it is especially important to replenish the fuel you burn by eating enough _______.

carbohydrates

A high-fiber diet might help decrease blood cholesterol levels by

causing more cholesterol-containing bile to be excreted in feces.

Which of the following substances in a ripe peach is NOT absorbed by the body?

dietary fiber

Foods only contain one type of carbohydrate.

false

In obese people, lipid deposits in muscle, liver, and pancreatic beta cells increases their sensitivity to insulin.

false

Risk factors for Type 1 Diabetes include ______.

genetic factors

Which of the following carbohydrates is an end product of photosynthesis?

glucose

Storage form of glucose in animals

glycogen

Which foods would be most helpful in preventing diverticulosis?

insoluble fiber whole grains, veggies

How does the body respond to high blood glucose levels?

insulin secretion

Fiber is excreted from the ________.

large intestine

Which of the following foods would be a good source of naturally occurring sugar? Nutri-Grain cereal bar white bread milk soda pop

milk

Digestion breaks down most carbohydrates into ___________.

monosaccahrides

The Dietary Guidelines recommended limiting added sugar in a diet. Which of the following foods would be considered a significant source of added sugar? orange juice potato Nutri-Grain cereal bar white bread

nutri-grain cereal bar

Which of the following is likely to be the MOST significant source of fiber in a cereal bar?

oats

Symptoms including thirst, frequent urination, tingling in the hands/feet, and slow healing of wounds may indicate ______.

type 2 diabetes