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Dental-Nutrition
Learn about nutrition and how it is associated with Dentistry
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A well-balanced mixture of all 8 amino acids are found in a____. | Complete protein |
| The body uses ____ as the chief source of energy | carbohydrates |
| Compounds in proteins used by the body to build and repair tissues are ____. | Amino acids |
| The 3 types of carbohydrates are simple sugars, complex carbohydrates, and ____. | dietary fiber |
| How many amino acids are essential? | eight |
| Well-nourished persons are usually better able to ____ than poorly nourished individuals. | heal and ward off infections |
| Which term or phrase refers to the components in food that are needed by the body? | Nutrients |
| What does RDA stand for? | recommended dietary allowance |
| What is the largest section on the pyramid? | Grains |
| What are commonly known as starches? | Complex carbohydrates |
| The body uses ____ as the chief source of energy. | Carbohydrates |
| How many key nutrients are there? | six |
| Sources of _____ can help lower blood cholesterol. | water-soluble fiber |
| Any food that contains sugars or other carbohydrates that can be metabolized by bacteria in plaque is described as being : | cariogenic |
| What is the only nutrient that can build and repair body tissue? | proteins |
| What can prevent cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries? | Antioxidants |
| A significant component of saliva that is known as the "forgotten nutrient" is: | water |
| Foods that have been grown without the use of chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers will have a(n) _____ label. | Organic |
| The eating disorder that can be easily recognized in the dental office by severe wear on the lingual surface of the teeth caused by stomach acid from repeated vomiting is: | Bulimia |
| Food labeling is regulated by the: | USDA |
| The American Heart Association recommends that no more than __% of the daily calorie intake should be in the form of fats. | thirty |
| The RDA of water for an adult is ___ ounces per day. | sixty-four |
| A ____ carbohydrate supplies calories without providing another nutritive valve. | refined |
| Whole grain cereals and breads are a good source of: | B vitamins |
| Too much of which mineral can lead to the development of kidney stones? | Calcium |
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