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Nutrition Final- SSC
Study guide for Nutrition final
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| There are six classes of nutrients. Which one is most responsible for providing energy? | Carbohydrates(although fats and protein can offer some) |
| What kind of experiment do both scientists and subjects not know which group is the control | double-blind experiment |
| What is nutrient density | The ratio of food to the amount of energy it provides. Nutrient Dense food provides lots of energy |
| What nutrients does pancreatic juice act on | Starch, protein and fats |
| What aides in the digestion of lipids and is stored and secreted by the gallbladder | Bile |
| Where are most nutrients absorbed | small intestine |
| Where does digestion begin | mouth |
| What is the process of food moving from the mouth to the stomach | peristalsis |
| Some nutrients are absorbed others go to the ___________ | Lymph system |
| What type of nutriets enter the lymph system | fat soluble vitamins |
| To which organ do nutrients go before entering the blood | liver |
| What kind of molecules are saccharides | sugar |
| What is the most common disaccharide | table sugar- made of glucose and fructose |
| What is blood sugar | Glucose |
| How does the body store starch | as glucose |
| What is the difference between a liquid and a solid lipid | solid has no double bonds, liquid or saturated have at least one double bond |
| What is a complete protein | contains a adequate proportion of all amino acids needed in the human diet |
| How are lipids broken down (into what) | into fatty acids and type of glycerol |
| into what organ do fatty acids enter before going into the lymph system | the villi of the small intestine |
| what is the major energy molecule of the cell | ATP |
| What is a Vitamin B12 deficiency called | anemia |
| What is the major function of the B vitamins | support metabolism, promote cell growth, enhance immune system function |
| What is Vitamin A Deficiency called | you need to ask Ms. Wilson cause you don't know |
| What is Vitamin C Deficiency called | Scurvy |
| What is Vitamin D deficiency called | Rickets |
| What organ maintain electrolyte balance and pH | Kidneys |
| Where do humans store glycogen | Kidneys and muscle tissue |
| What minerals are lost in sweat | Potassium and calcium |
| What minerals are important for bone health | Vitamin D, Calcium and some vitamin K |
| What is unique about vitamin K | It is made by the body |
| What is RDA | Recommended Dietary Allowance |
| What is AI | Recommended intake value |
| What is UL | The highest level that can be taken in without any potential danger |
| What is AMDR | Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges |
| What is the number one way prevent food bourne illness | handwashing |
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