Question 1

What is stevia?

Accepted Answer

A) an herb-derived sweetener 
B) an FDA-approved sugar alcohol 
C) a poorly digested polysaccharide 
D) an inhibitor of lactase enzyme activity 
E) a precursor of aspartame 
A) an herb-derived sweetener 
B) an FDA-approved sugar alcohol 
C) a poorly digested polysaccharide 
D) an inhibitor of lactase enzyme activity 
E) a precursor of aspartame

Question 2

Which statement is true of sugar alcohols?

Accepted Answer

A) They are not sweet. 
B) They provide kcalories. 
C) They are not metabolized. 
D) They promote dental caries. 
E) They evoke a high glycemic response. 
A) They are not sweet. 
B) They provide kcalories. 
C) They are not metabolized. 
D) They promote dental caries. 
E) They evoke a high glycemic response.

Question 3

What is the RDA for carbohydrate?

Accepted Answer

A) 10 g 
B) 45 g 
C) 130 g 
D) 250 g 
E) 400 g 
A) 10 g 
B) 45 g 
C) 130 g 
D) 250 g 
E) 400 g

Question 4

If you were to exercise continuously, about how long would glycogen stores last?

Accepted Answer

A) a few minutes 
B) a few hours 
C) about 12 hours 
D) about 1 day 
E) about 3 days 
A) a few minutes 
B) a few hours 
C) about 12 hours 
D) about 1 day 
E) about 3 days

Question 5

Which statement is true of resistant starch?

Accepted Answer

A) It is common in overripe bananas. 
B) It promotes constipation if taken in excessive amounts. 
C) It resists hydrolysis by digestive enzymes. 
D) It cannot be fermented by large intestinal bacteria. 
E) It is destroyed by cooking and then chilling foods. 
A) It is common in overripe bananas. 
B) It promotes constipation if taken in excessive amounts. 
C) It resists hydrolysis by digestive enzymes. 
D) It cannot be fermented by large intestinal bacteria. 
E) It is destroyed by cooking and then chilling foods.

Question 6

What percentage of the world's adult population show good tolerance to lactose ingestion?

Accepted Answer

A) 15 
B) 30 
C) 45 
D) 60 
E) 75 
A) 15 
B) 30 
C) 45 
D) 60 
E) 75

Question 7

MATCHING
-Chemical reaction that splits a larger molecule into smaller molecules

Accepted Answer

A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine 
A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine

Question 8

In the time between meals, what organ releases glucose to help maintain normal blood glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

A) liver 
B) pancreas 
C) intestines 
D) skeletal muscle 
E) pineal gland 
A) liver 
B) pancreas 
C) intestines 
D) skeletal muscle 
E) pineal gland

Question 9

Which activity is more effective in preventing the formation of dental caries than restricting intake of sugary foods?

Accepted Answer

A) regular tooth brushing and flossing 
B) consuming more raisins between meals 
C) substituting honey or raw sugar for table sugar 
D) spreading out the intake of snack foods throughout the day 
E) drinking beverages when consuming sugary foods 
A) regular tooth brushing and flossing 
B) consuming more raisins between meals 
C) substituting honey or raw sugar for table sugar 
D) spreading out the intake of snack foods throughout the day 
E) drinking beverages when consuming sugary foods

Question 10

What is the primary function of insulin?

Accepted Answer

A) raising blood glucose levels 
B) lowering blood glucose levels 
C) stimulating glycogen breakdown 
D) stimulating intestinal carbohydrate absorption 
E) stimulating ketoacidosis 
A) raising blood glucose levels 
B) lowering blood glucose levels 
C) stimulating glycogen breakdown 
D) stimulating intestinal carbohydrate absorption 
E) stimulating ketoacidosis

Question 11

MATCHING
-A water-soluble fiber

Accepted Answer

A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine 
A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine

Question 12

MATCHING
-An alternative sweetener

Accepted Answer

A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine 
A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine

Question 13

MATCHING
-Processed syrup made from cornstarch

Accepted Answer

A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine 
A) 100 
B) 130 
C) 200 
D) Pectin 
E) Insulin
F)Mouth
G)Starch
H)Sucrose
I)Lactose
J)Lignin
K)Sucralose
L)Glycogen
M)Glucagon
N)Cellulose
O)Hydrolysis
P)HFCS
Q)Epinephrine
R)Condensation
S)Small intestine
T)Large intestine

Question 14

Discuss the concepts of sugar cravings and addictions.

Accepted Answer

Some people blame their excessive sugar

Question 15

What is the primary organ that metabolizes fructose and galactose following absorption?

Accepted Answer

A) liver 
B) pancreas 
C) skeletal muscle 
D) small intestines 
E) colon 
A) liver 
B) pancreas 
C) skeletal muscle 
D) small intestines 
E) colon

Question 16

How is fiber thought to exert beneficial effects on cardiovascular health?

Accepted Answer

Unlike high-carbohydrate diets rich in a

Question 17

Which food will provide 6 to 8 grams of fiber?

Accepted Answer

A) 1 slice rye bread 
B) 1 cup of raw bean sprouts 
C) 1/2 cup potatoes 
D) 1/2 cup green beans 
E) 1/2 cup baked beans 
A) 1 slice rye bread 
B) 1 cup of raw bean sprouts 
C) 1/2 cup potatoes 
D) 1/2 cup green beans 
E) 1/2 cup baked beans

Question 18

Which statement is true of hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

A) It is treated with insulin injections. 
B) It is aggravated by high-fiber foods. 
C) It is classified as a pre-diabetic condition. 
D) It rarely occurs in otherwise healthy people. 
E) It is quite common in teenagers but less so in adults and older adults. 
A) It is treated with insulin injections. 
B) It is aggravated by high-fiber foods. 
C) It is classified as a pre-diabetic condition. 
D) It rarely occurs in otherwise healthy people. 
E) It is quite common in teenagers but less so in adults and older adults.

Question 19

Discuss the evidence that added sugars harm human health.

Accepted Answer

In general, the energy intake of people

Question 20

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrate in the body?

Accepted Answer

A) fiber 
B) starch 
C) glucose 
D) glycogen 
E) glucagon 
A) fiber 
B) starch 
C) glucose 
D) glycogen 
E) glucagon

What is stevia?

Which statement is true of sugar alcohols?

What is the RDA for carbohydrate?

If you were to exercise continuously, about how long would glycogen stores last?

Which statement is true of resistant starch?

What percentage of the world's adult population show good tolerance to lactose ingestion?

MATCHING -Chemical reaction that splits a larger molecule into smaller molecules

In the time between meals, what organ releases glucose to help maintain normal blood glucose levels?

Which activity is more effective in preventing the formation of dental caries than restricting intake of sugary foods?

What is the primary function of insulin?

MATCHING -A water-soluble fiber

MATCHING -An alternative sweetener

MATCHING -Processed syrup made from cornstarch

Discuss the concepts of sugar cravings and addictions.

What is the primary organ that metabolizes fructose and galactose following absorption?

How is fiber thought to exert beneficial effects on cardiovascular health?

Which food will provide 6 to 8 grams of fiber?

Which statement is true of hypoglycemia?

Discuss the evidence that added sugars harm human health.

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrate in the body?

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and 123 the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Fitness: Physical Activity, Nutrients, and Body Adaptations

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Diet and Health

Consumer Concerns About Foods and Water

Hunger and the Global Environment

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Exam 4: The Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

What is stevia?

Which statement is true of sugar alcohols?

What is the RDA for carbohydrate?

If you were to exercise continuously, about how long would glycogen stores last?

Which statement is true of resistant starch?

What percentage of the world's adult population show good tolerance to lactose ingestion?

MATCHING -Chemical reaction that splits a larger molecule into smaller molecules

In the time between meals, what organ releases glucose to help maintain normal blood glucose levels?

Which activity is more effective in preventing the formation of dental caries than restricting intake of sugary foods?

What is the primary function of insulin?

MATCHING -A water-soluble fiber

MATCHING -An alternative sweetener

MATCHING -Processed syrup made from cornstarch

Discuss the concepts of sugar cravings and addictions.

What is the primary organ that metabolizes fructose and galactose following absorption?

How is fiber thought to exert beneficial effects on cardiovascular health?

Which food will provide 6 to 8 grams of fiber?

Which statement is true of hypoglycemia?

Discuss the evidence that added sugars harm human health.

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrate in the body?

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and 123 the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Fitness: Physical Activity, Nutrients, and Body Adaptations

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Diet and Health

Consumer Concerns About Foods and Water

Hunger and the Global Environment

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