Exam 5: Carbohydrates

If no glucose is available from dietary carbohydrate,glucose in the blood may be derived from

Indigestible carbohydrates play a role in promoting bowel health and preventing obesity.

List 3 disaccharides.

Sorbitol is

Primary lactose maldigestion results from

Which of the following population groups is at lowest risk of diabetes?

Ketosis may result from

_______ is defined as fiber that is added to foods and provides health benefits.

Individuals with lactose maldigestion can usually tolerate small amounts of

Three important disaccharides are

Indigestible carbohydrates play a role in enhancing blood glucose control.

An adequate carbohydrate intake is important in preventing ketosis and sparing protein from use as an energy source.

Monosaccharides are absorbed by an active absorption process.

Saliva contains an enzyme called maltase that aids in the breakdown of maltose in the mouth.

List 3 health concerns associated with a low fiber diet.

The Atkin's diet promotes a high-carbohydrate,low-fat diet pattern.

Maintaining one's ideal body weight is a good means of decreasing risk of type 2 diabetes.

In the production of alcoholic beverages,maltose is formed from cereal grains because of the

Low blood glucose is called ____________,whereas high blood glucose is called ____________.

An increased fiber intake within recommended guidelines may