Exam 4: Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

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

Insulin is synthesized and released by the

A condition marked by blood glucose levels that are below normal levels is

Some foods rich in simple sugars are also rich in fiber.

Diets high in added sugars are associated with tooth decay and gum disease.

Which of the following is a simple carbohydrate?

Individuals with the disease phenylketonuria (PKU)should NOT consume the alternative sweetener aspartame.Why?

Explain why it is TRUE that the lactose sugar in cheddar cheese is derived from plants.

A technique employed by some endurance athletes to increase their storage of muscle glycogen is

Fat is the primary fuel for the brain.

A serving of quinoa has more fiber than a slice of whole-wheat bread.

Whole-grain flours are rich sources of fiber because they retain the grain's

Which of the following would be the BEST choice for someone trying to reduce added sugar intake?

Because they are not digestible,resistant starches are harmful to the colon.

Which of the following alternative sweeteners is made from sucrose?

On food labels,the term wheat flour actually refers to refined white flour.

Aspartame cannot be used to prepare cooked foods because

Which of the following enzymes is found in the mouth?