Exam 4: Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

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You are scanning the range of choices in the bread aisle at the grocery store.Which phrase on the package label indicates that the bread likely contains a high amount of fiber-rich carbohydrates?

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Which of the following is a five-carbon monosaccharide?

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Question 62

The glycemic load is:

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Question 63

Which of the following fiber types includes fibers that can be classified as both soluble and insoluble?

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Question 64

Eating too much sugar causes diabetes.

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Question 65

Insulin is synthesized and released by the:

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Question 66

Overconsumption of simple sugars causes hyperactivity and behavioral problems in children.

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Question 67

Which of the following is a non-nutritive sweetener?

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Question 68

The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR)suggests that carbohydrates can make up as much as ________ of total daily Calories to decrease a person's risk of chronic disease.

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Question 69

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

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Question 70

Carbohydrates contribute ________ kcal of energy per gram.

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Question 71

Why is white wheat flour a less nutritious choice than whole wheat flour?

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Question 72

Functional fiber is the form of fiber found in fiber supplements.

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Question 73

Your friend tells you that he wants to lose weight and has chosen to go on a low-carbohydrate diet.How would you advise him on this decision? How does the body respond when there is inadequate intake of dietary carbohydrate?

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Question 74

Hector,who has type 2 diabetes,is looking through the pantry for a snack.Using the glycemic index as a guide,identify which of the following is the BEST choice to help Hector maintain a more stable glucose level.(Glycemic index values are listed in parentheses.)

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Question 75

Which of the following diets is associated with the development of ketosis?

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Question 76

Define and compare the concepts of glycemic index and glycemic load.Which is considered to be a better indicator of a person's glucose response,and why? How can the glycemic load be used as a diet planning tool?

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Question 77

Which of the following enzymes is found in the mouth?

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Question 78

Which of the following is classified as an oligosaccharide?

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Question 79

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

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Exam 4: Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

You are scanning the range of choices in the bread aisle at the grocery store.Which phrase on the package label indicates that the bread likely contains a high amount of fiber-rich carbohydrates?

Which of the following is a five-carbon monosaccharide?

The glycemic load is:

Which of the following fiber types includes fibers that can be classified as both soluble and insoluble?

Eating too much sugar causes diabetes.

Insulin is synthesized and released by the:

Overconsumption of simple sugars causes hyperactivity and behavioral problems in children.

Which of the following is a non-nutritive sweetener?

The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR)suggests that carbohydrates can make up as much as ________ of total daily Calories to decrease a person's risk of chronic disease.

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

Carbohydrates contribute ________ kcal of energy per gram.

Why is white wheat flour a less nutritious choice than whole wheat flour?

Functional fiber is the form of fiber found in fiber supplements.

Your friend tells you that he wants to lose weight and has chosen to go on a low-carbohydrate diet.How would you advise him on this decision? How does the body respond when there is inadequate intake of dietary carbohydrate?

Hector,who has type 2 diabetes,is looking through the pantry for a snack.Using the glycemic index as a guide,identify which of the following is the BEST choice to help Hector maintain a more stable glucose level.(Glycemic index values are listed in parentheses.)

Which of the following diets is associated with the development of ketosis?

Define and compare the concepts of glycemic index and glycemic load.Which is considered to be a better indicator of a person's glucose response,and why? How can the glycemic load be used as a diet planning tool?

Which of the following enzymes is found in the mouth?

Which of the following is classified as an oligosaccharide?

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

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