VITAMINS
Does Vitamin C dissolve in Fat or Water?
WATER! (pg. 304)
If a Mineral comes into contact with Heat, Oxygen or Acid, what happens?
Nothing, they are not destroyed. (Combusted food contains the same Minerals present before incineration. pg. 414)
What is a potential benefit of Whole-Grain products?
Helps reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. (pg.377)
The decrease in size of a muscle or other tissue caused by lack of tissue use is called... ?
ATROPHY! (pg.494)
Exercise increases the sensitivity of tissues to insulin, so people with this disease would benefit from physical activity. What is it?
Diabetes. (quiz #4)
What two Vitamins function as antioxidants?
Vitamin C and Vitamin E. (pg.308)
True or False? A deficiency of a trace mineral is just as damaging to health as a deficiency of a major mineral.
TRUE! (pg.414)
If I wanted to eat more Ellagic Acid for its anticancer properties, what foods should I be eating?
Nuts, Grapes and Strawberries. (pg. 378)
Physical Activity Recommendations include what 3 types of movement?
Aerobic Activity, Strength Training and Flexibility (quiz #4 + pg. 492-494)
The maximum number of beats per minute that the heart can attain is called.... ?
Maximum Heart Rate. (pg.498)
Thiamin Deficiency results in the Disease called... ?
"beriberi" (pg.312)
What three compounds can impact Bioavailability?
phytates, tannins, and oxalates. (pg.416)
What is Macular Degeneration caused by?
Deterioration of the retina of the eye. (pg.379)
What is the primary food source for Anaerobic Metabolism?
Glucose! (pg. 505 + quiz 4)
What qualifies a mineral as a 'Major Mineral'?
A mineral needed in the diet in an amount greater than 100mg/day or present in the body in an amount greater than 0.01% of our body weight. (pg.414)
What B Vitamin is recommended to be taken in supplement form for both Vegans and Older Adults?
Vitamin B12 (pg.313)
True or False? An Osteoblast is a type of cell responsible for bone breakdown.
FALSE! Osteoblast is responsible for the cell deposition of bone. (pg.420)
Name 5 of the 9 Cruciferous Vegetables listed in the textbook.
Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Kale, Kohlrabi, Mustard Greens, Rutabagas, and Turnips. (pg.379)
Explain How working out in higher altitudes could benefit the Cardiorespiratory system.
Working out at higher altitudes, where the atmosphere contains less oxygen, which causes adaptions that improve the ability of the Cardiovascular system to Deliver Oxygen. (pg. 508)
Iodine Deficiency is associated with what organ?
THYROID. enlarged thyroid glands are called Goiters. (pg.466)
True or False? Vitamins do not provide energy but are necessary for energy metabolism.
TRUE! (pg.308)
Name 5 of the 9 factors that affect the risk of Osteoporosis. (Covered by text book in a table!)
Gender, Age, Race, Family History, Body Size, Smoking, Excercise, Alcohol, and Diet. (pg. 421)
Name all 6 categories of Phytochemicals discussed in F3.1
Carotenoids, Flavonoids, Indoles, Isothiocyanates, Alliums, and Phytoestrogens. (pg. 378-380)
If a person is already experiencing Hyponatremia, what will making them drink water alone do?
It will make Hyponatremia worse and can result in seizures, coma, or death. (pg. 517)
List all 7 Major Minerals discussed in chapter 11.
Sodium, Chloride, Potassium, Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, and Sulfur. (pg.414)