Exam 4: Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Aakesh's doctor wants to screen him for type 1 diabetes. If his doctor's suspicions are correct and Aakesh's does have type 1 diabetes, what would you expect his blood glucose concentration to be at approximately TWO HOURS after he had begun his glucose tolerance test?

You are developing a recipe for banana bread and would like it to be as sweet as possible; however, you only want to use a small amount of a natural, simple carbohydrate. Which of the following would be the BEST choice?

The glycemic load is:

________ is a condition when the body produces too much insulin even when they have not eaten.

You are interested in developing a fibre product that could promote regular bowl movements AND help reduce cholesterol levels. Which of the following fiber types would you consider including in your product?

Explain how dietary fibre can affect blood glucose and cholesterol levels. How can this impact the risk for chronic diseases?

Which of the following foods would be the best choice for an individual with lactose intolerance to consume as a source of calcium?

You have been asked to develop a pamphlet to inform the general public about type 1 and type 2 diabetes. What information would you include to describe the similarities and differences between the two types with respect to: cause or risk factors, prevalence, signs and symptoms, and treatments.

Compare and contrast the fuel sources a runner would be using in a 5 km race versus a 42.2 km marathon.

If you are eating 2300 kcal per day, approximately how many grams of fibre should you include in your daily diet?

A diet low in fibre is associated with an increased risk of developing:

Your friends tell you that they want to lose weight and have chosen to go on a low-carbohydrate diet. What would you say to your friends about this decision? How does the body respond when there is inadequate intake of dietary carbohydrate?

At a parent support program for parents with children who have behavioural problems or hyperactivity, one of the parents comments that they have omitted sugar from their child's diet in an effort to calm them down. Would you expect improvements in the child's behaviour with this dietary intervention? Explain why or why not?

Which of the following is classified as an oligosaccharide?

Which monosaccharide is the preferred source of energy for the brain?

Which of the following describes how carbohydrates are processed in the stomach?

A friend explains to you that she is going to continue drinking 20 oz of soda pop every day, as she heard on the radio that simple carbohydrates do not cause diabetes. How would you respond?

Which of the disaccharides would be the most likely to cause digestive problems? Explain why this may be the case.

Renee is preparing to compete in her first weight lifting competition. She has heard that athletes can use a technique called carbohydrate loading to improve their performance and asks you if you think she should try it. Which of the following would be the BEST response to her question?

Individuals with the disease PKU (phenylketonuria)should not consume the artificial sweetener aspartame. Why?