Exam 4: The Carbohydrates: Sugars,Starches and Fibers

What of the following terms describes how quickly glucose is absorbed from a food after ingestion,how high blood glucose rises as a result,and how quickly blood glucose returns to normal? 

Which statement accurately describes lactose intolerance? 

Which of the following is a monosaccharide sometimes known blood sugar? 

The feeling of fullness and satisfaction that occurs after a meal and inhibits eating until the next meal is called ________.

Plant polysaccharides composed of many glucose molecules are ________.

When is glucose available to supply energy to the brain and other tissues? 

Which of the following is true of carbohydrate cravings and addictions? 

MATCHING -Blood glucose level (in mg/dL)signaling hypoglycemia A)20 B)½ cup C)1 cup D)Psyllium E)Insulin F)Amylase G)Grain H)Sucrose I)Lactose J)Fructose K)Stevia L)Glycogen M)Glucagon N)Cellulose O)Hydrolysis P)HFCS Q)Honey R)Water S)Small intestine T)Large intestine

MATCHING -A monosaccharide found in fruits A)20 B)½ cup C)1 cup D)Psyllium E)Insulin F)Amylase G)Grain H)Sucrose I)Lactose J)Fructose K)Stevia L)Glycogen M)Glucagon N)Cellulose O)Hydrolysis P)HFCS Q)Honey R)Water S)Small intestine T)Large intestine

The NHANES studied energy nutrient data over the past 35 years.What were their findings? 

Since the 1970s,total energy intakes increased by almost 300 kcalories,which all came from an increase in ________ kcalories.

Which sugar is only sold in liquid form and used as a food additive to help preserve freshness and prevent shrinkage? 

MATCHING -Richest food source of starch A)20 B)½ cup C)1 cup D)Psyllium E)Insulin F)Amylase G)Grain H)Sucrose I)Lactose J)Fructose K)Stevia L)Glycogen M)Glucagon N)Cellulose O)Hydrolysis P)HFCS Q)Honey R)Water S)Small intestine T)Large intestine

A lack of the enzyme required to digest the disaccharide lactose into its component monosaccharides is called ________.

Your mother was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.She wants to improve both her eating habits and her glucose control.After an Internet search,she has decided to try out a new diet that uses the glycemic index in meal planning.She asks you if you think the diet is practical and beneficial.How do you respond?

Which protein provides about 20 grams of carbohydrate in a ½-cup serving? 

Briefly describe lactose intolerance,including its symptoms and causes and any recommended dietary changes.

Which of the following statements about fructose is FALSE? 

MATCHING -Salivary enzyme A)20 B)½ cup C)1 cup D)Psyllium E)Insulin F)Amylase G)Grain H)Sucrose I)Lactose J)Fructose K)Stevia L)Glycogen M)Glucagon N)Cellulose O)Hydrolysis P)HFCS Q)Honey R)Water S)Small intestine T)Large intestine

Which food will provide 5 to 8 grams of fiber?