Carbs
_______ is the major monosaccharide found in the body
Glucose
Which of the following breakfast options is the highest in carbohydrates?
a. coffee, 8 ounces orange juice, 1/2 cup fresh blueberries, 8 ounces nonfat yogurt
b. English muffin with jelly, 8 ounces orange juice, 2 cups Cream of Wheat with 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 cup whole milk
b. English muffin with jelly, 8 ounces orange juice, 2 cups Cream of Wheat with 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 cup whole milk
As a class of nutrients, lipids are------------ in water
insoluble
A vegetarian who excludes animal flesh but consumes milk and eggs is referred to as a(n)
lactoovovegetarian.
A ______ is the simplest form of lipid; it is a carbon chain, flanked by hydrogens, with an acid group at one end and a methyl group at the other end.
fatty acid
Dietary fiber may play a key role in the prevention of which type of cancer?
Colon
Which of the following is categorized as a soluble, viscous, and readily fermentable fiber?;
Hemicellulose
Pectin
Cellulose
Pectin
For people who need to lower their blood cholesterol levels, the American Heart Association recommends limiting saturated fat intake to ______ of total calories.
5% to 6%
Which type of anemia results from an error in the DNA code?
Sickle cell anemia
An omega-3 fatty acid has ______ at the third carbon from the methyl end.
its first double bond
Many plant-based dairy alternatives do not closely match the nutrient profile of cow's milk, so they are not included in the MyPlate Dairy group. Which fortified, plant-based dairy alternative is included in the Dairy group?
Soy milk
The red blood cells and brain are two body tissues that derive most of their energy from?
Carbohydrates
The majority of the lipids in foods and in the body are in the form of
triglycerides.
Negative protein balance is likely during
starvation
Exposing a protein to acid or heat will alter the three-dimensional structure of the protein. This process is called
denaturation.
The glycemic index (GI) is a measurement of how a carbohydrate-containing food raises _____ as compared to a standard (typically glucose or white bread).
blood glucose
This condition occurs when the small intestine does not produce enough lactase, leading to symptoms such as abdominal gas, bloating, and diarrhea after consuming dairy products.
lactose intolerance?"
When it comes to food choices, the most important factor that influences your risk for heart disease is the amount of ______ in your dietary pattern.
saturated fat
Essential amino acids account for approximately ______ of total amino acids in the typical American dietary pattern.
50%
Which plant protein is a complete source of protein?
Quinoa
Individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU) should avoid
aspartame
The natural alternative sweetener derived from a South American plant is called
stevia (Sweet Leaf®, Truvia®).
Consumption of fatty fish at least twice a week is recommended to provide omega-3 fatty acids. However, some fish—especially swordfish, shark, king mackerel, and tile fish—can be a source of ________, which is toxic in high amounts.
mercury
Give two example of a combination of complementary proteins.
rice and beans
Green beans with slivered almonds
falafa (chickpea) and pita bread
pasta and tomatoes
The nitrogen from amino acid breakdown is converted to
urea.