Micro Mayhem
Sunlight is required for production of which micronutrient used in the human body (endogenously)
Vitamin D
Name the 3 macronutrients used by the human body
Proteins, Fats, and Carbohydrates
This process uses heat to kill harmful bacteria in milk without boiling it.
Pasteurizations
An avocado is a great source of____
healthier fat
This organ produces bile, which emulsifies fats to aid in their digestion.
liver
Vitamins are categorized into which 2 classes
Water soluble and Fat soluble
Which macronutrient has the most calories?
Dietary fat
Water, malted grain(barley), hops, and yeast might used to produce this beverage
Beer
Name a benefit of consuming dietary fiber
Ease digestion/add bulk
Feed gut bacteria
Lower cholesterol
Stabilize blood sugar
Carbohydrate digestion first begins in which part of your the digestive tract?
Mouth
This mineral essential for thyroid hormone production and is often added to a common kitchen pantry staple
Iodine
This essential fatty acid, found in fish, cannot be made by the body and must come from the diet.
omega 3s
These compounds are added to cured meats like bacon and deli meats, inhibit the growth of Clostridium botulinum and can also be obtained naturally from Celery juice.
nitrites
Sauerkraut, yogurt, kefir, and kimchi are great sources of _____, which help to_____
probiotics/good bacteria
feed gut bacteria/support digestion/ immunity
Excess carbohydrates get stored in the body as this molecule
Glycogen
This vitamin is fortified in foods and recommended for especially for those who are pregnant to reduce the risk of neural tube defects.
Folate
Name the 3 monomers of carbohydrates
glucose, galactose and fructose
Ascorbic acid, salt, and sodium benzoate/ are commonly used for what purpose?
preservatives
Sodium is primarily used for____, but too much of it may increase risk of______
Fluid balence/hydration
high blood pressure
Gluconeogenesis
Consuming two Brazil nuts a day helps meet the daily recommended intake of this micronutrient
Selenium
The human body cannot produce (#?) types of ____, known as ____?
9 essential amino acids
This emulsifying agent, found naturally in egg yolks, allows oil and water to combine smoothly in sauces like mayonnaise and hollandaise.
Lecithin
Pineapple juice might be added to meat to act as a _____. (+500 for name of molecule )
meat tenderizer (bromelian)
This rare genetic disorder impairs the body's ability to metabolize the amino acid phenylalanine, requiring lifelong dietary restriction
PKU