Nutrition & Drugs Exam 2

The common name for glucose is _____ sugar.

blood

The three most important dietary monosaccharides for humans are

galactose, glucose, and fructose.

Which of the following statements is true?

-The typical American does not consume recommended amounts of fiber. - Fruits and vegetables are sources of fiber. - People may reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes by eating more fiber-rich foods. --- All of these are correct.

Which of the following substances is an important dietary monosaccharide for humans?

Fructose

Which of the following statements is true?

Honey is naturally a rich source of fructose.

While hiking on a trail in Yellowstone Park, Bill encountered a black bear. His adrenal glands responded to the scary situation by releasing a large amount of epinephrine. Why did Bill's body need epinephrine at this time?

To increase his body's sources of energy without having to consume them.

Which of the following characteristics increases a person's risk of type 2 diabetes?

Weighing more than average

Phil is a healthy college student. When he wakes up in the morning, he can't wait to eat breakfast. While he is asleep and before he consumes food or beverages, his pancreas secretes _____ to maintain his blood glucose level within normal limits.

glucagon

The starch in oatmeal and wheat is composed of _____ molecules.

glucose

_____ is a primary fuel for muscles and other cells.

glucose

Insulin

helps glucose enter cells

____ is the disaccharide comprised of two glucose molecules.

maltose

The basic chemical unit of carbohydrates is a _____ molecule.

monosaccharide

Ian sweetens his hot oatmeal with a teaspoon of brown sugar. The chemical name for this type of sugar is

sucrose