13 Questions
In a pilot study comparing equicarbohydrate milk meals, what was found to have glycemic, insulinemic, and plasma amino acid responses?
Human milk
Which nutrient has been found to stimulate zinc transport across brush border membrane vesicles in piglets?
Lactose
Which nutrient's metabolism was investigated in relation to childhood dental caries in a study by Aimutis RW?
Lactose
What aspect of nutrition did the study by Prado EL and Dewey KG focus on?
Brain development in early life
In which part of the body was the metabolism of galactose investigated in a study by Roser M and colleagues?
Brain and liver
What is the primary cause of diarrhea in individuals who are intolerant to lactose?
Increased osmotic pressure from lactose
What symptom might individuals with lactose intolerance experience due to fermentation in the intestines?
Abdominal distension and pain
Which of the following is NOT a symptom typically associated with lactose intolerance?
Itchy skin
What type of deficiency is caused by damage at the intestinal epithelium in relation to lactase?
Secondary lactase deficiency
Which gases are produced as byproducts in the fermentation process that occurs in individuals with lactose intolerance?
Hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and methane
What is the main reason behind the postprandial fullness experienced by some individuals with lactose intolerance?
Osmotic pressure from lactose
In individuals with secondary lactase deficiency due to rotavirus gastroenteritis, which of the following is a possible symptom?
Accelerated intestinal transit
What role do soft liquid stools play in the symptoms experienced by individuals with lactose intolerance?
'They intensify abdominal pain'
Test your knowledge on the nutritional benefits of breastfeeding for infants. Learn about the importance of breast milk in providing essential nutrients and aiding in mineral absorption. Explore lactase deficiency and its impact on digestion.
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