Exam 4: Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fiber

Which of the following sugar substitutes was removed by the National Toxicology Program from the list of substances that could potentially cause cancer?

The current DRIs recommend that you consume_________ grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories you eat.

Both fat and __________ are important sources of stored energy.

Why is whole- grain bread a better choice than enriched bread?

When blood glucose levels rise, insulin is released by the kidneys to lower the level.

Which of the following hormones does not increase blood glucose levels?

Type 1 diabetes is caused by insulin resistance.

When too much sugar is consumed in the diet, glucose in the blood exceeds the body's need for energy, and glucose is stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles, and as in _________fat tissue.

Carbohydrate digestion begins in the

The main role of carbohydrates is to supply building material for muscles.

Individuals who follow a strict low- carbohydrate diet are often in ketosis.

Which of the following carbohydrates is the storage form of glucose in animals?

_________cells and red blood cells rely on glucose for energy.

The DRIs recommend 18 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories consumed.

The by- products of incomplete fat breakdown are known as

The Nutrition Facts panel currently used on food labels distinguishes between naturally occurring and added sugars.

The function of glycogen is to

Being overweight increases the risk of type 1 diabetes.

Type 1 diabetes requires daily insulin injections or an insulin pump.

What is the difference between insoluble fiber and soluble fiber?