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
