Name that nutrient
Which nutrient is found in pasta, bread, and potatoes and provides energy for the body?
Carbohydrates
What is the process of chewing food called?
Mastication
What organ releases bile to help digest fats?
Liver
Which nutrients provide energy for the body?
Carbohydrates, Fats, and Proteins
What digestive issue involves chest pain from stomach acid entering the esophagus?
Heartburn
What nutrient builds and repairs body tissues?
Protein
What is the name of the wavelike muscle movement that pushes food through the esophagus?
Peristalsis
What organ stores bile before it is released into the small intestine?
Gallbladder
What is the unit used to measure the energy in food?
Calorie (kilocalorie)
What disorder causes hard, painful bowel movements due to low fiber or inactivity?
Constipation
Which nutrient helps regulate body processes but does NOT provide energy?
Vitamins
Where does 95% of digestion occur?
Small intestine
What organ releases enzymes that break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?
Pancreas
What happens when you eat too quickly or while stressed?
It can slow digestion and cause discomfort or indigestion.
What is the difference between a food allergy and food intolerance?
Allergies involve the immune system; intolerances do not.
Which nutrient helps your body stay hydrated and aids in digestion, temperature control, and waste removal?
Water
What mixture is formed in the stomach when food combines with gastric juices?
Chyme
What structures in the small intestine absorb nutrients into the bloodstream?
Villi
What are two healthy habits that help digestion and metabolism?
Regular physical activity and eating a balanced diet with fiber and water
What digestive disorder results in frequent watery bowel movements and can cause dehydration?
Diarrhea
Which nutrient group includes butter, oils, and nuts and provides the most concentrated form of energy?
Fats
Name the one section of the small intestine in order. (bonus: list all3 for 300pts)
Duodenum, Jejunum, Ileum
What chemical compound stores immediate energy for muscles?
ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
Describe one way physical activity helps the digestive system.
Strengthens internal organ muscles, helps move food through the GI tract, reduces stress, or increases metabolism.
What painful condition forms small crystals in the gallbladder that can block fat digestion?
Gallstones