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Each gram of carbohydrates provides 9 kcals of energy.
Each gram of carbohydrates provides 9 kcals of energy.
False (B)
The brain primarily uses carbohydrates as its preferred energy source.
The brain primarily uses carbohydrates as its preferred energy source.
True (A)
The disaccharide maltose is composed of fructose and glucose.
The disaccharide maltose is composed of fructose and glucose.
False (B)
Glycogen storage occurs primarily in the liver and the kidneys.
Glycogen storage occurs primarily in the liver and the kidneys.
Amylopectin is the linear form of starch and is digested more slowly than amylose.
Amylopectin is the linear form of starch and is digested more slowly than amylose.
A monounsaturated fatty acid contains two or more double bonds.
A monounsaturated fatty acid contains two or more double bonds.
Short-chain fatty acids have fewer than 6 carbons.
Short-chain fatty acids have fewer than 6 carbons.
Linoleic acid is also known as an omega-3 fatty acid.
Linoleic acid is also known as an omega-3 fatty acid.
Fatty fish are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids.
Fatty fish are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids.
Bile's primary function is to hydrolyze lipids.
Bile's primary function is to hydrolyze lipids.
Insulin secretion decreases when blood glucose levels are high.
Insulin secretion decreases when blood glucose levels are high.
Glucagon is released when blood glucose levels are low.
Glucagon is released when blood glucose levels are low.
Hyperglycemia refers to low blood glucose levels.
Hyperglycemia refers to low blood glucose levels.
Type 2 diabetes is an autoimmune disease.
Type 2 diabetes is an autoimmune disease.
Gluconeogenesis is the process of synthesizing glucose from protein or fats.
Gluconeogenesis is the process of synthesizing glucose from protein or fats.
Amylase is the enzyme that breaks down sucrose into glucose and galactose.
Amylase is the enzyme that breaks down sucrose into glucose and galactose.
Protein is the primary macronutrient responsible for the initial rise in blood glucose levels after a meal.
Protein is the primary macronutrient responsible for the initial rise in blood glucose levels after a meal.
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for carbohydrates is 230 grams per day for adults.
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for carbohydrates is 230 grams per day for adults.
The endosperm is the portion of the wheat kernel that contains the most fat.
The endosperm is the portion of the wheat kernel that contains the most fat.
Insulin deficiency is the primary cause of high blood glucose in type 2 diabetes.
Insulin deficiency is the primary cause of high blood glucose in type 2 diabetes.
Cooking starchy foods, such as pasta, can decrease the digestibility of the carbohydrates they contain.
Cooking starchy foods, such as pasta, can decrease the digestibility of the carbohydrates they contain.
Trans fats are commonly found in high amounts in fish and olive oil.
Trans fats are commonly found in high amounts in fish and olive oil.
The glycemic index (GI) of a food is solely determined by the amount of simple sugars it contains.
The glycemic index (GI) of a food is solely determined by the amount of simple sugars it contains.
Excess protein in the diet is stored as muscle mass.
Excess protein in the diet is stored as muscle mass.
People with type 2 diabetes do not produce any insulin.
People with type 2 diabetes do not produce any insulin.
Soluble fiber can help lower blood cholesterol levels by interfering with the absorption of dietary fat.
Soluble fiber can help lower blood cholesterol levels by interfering with the absorption of dietary fat.
High-fructose corn syrup is chemically different from sucrose.
High-fructose corn syrup is chemically different from sucrose.
The human body can synthesize omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids from scratch.
The human body can synthesize omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids from scratch.
Ketone bodies are produced when the body has insufficient protein available for energy.
Ketone bodies are produced when the body has insufficient protein available for energy.
Artificial sweeteners provide energy (calories) similar to sucrose.
Artificial sweeteners provide energy (calories) similar to sucrose.
Lactose intolerance is caused by an allergy to milk protein.
Lactose intolerance is caused by an allergy to milk protein.
Chylomicrons transport long-chain fatty acids from the small intestine to the liver.
Chylomicrons transport long-chain fatty acids from the small intestine to the liver.
Individuals with diabetes should completely eliminate carbohydrates from their diet.
Individuals with diabetes should completely eliminate carbohydrates from their diet.
High levels of HDL cholesterol are considered a risk factor for heart disease.
High levels of HDL cholesterol are considered a risk factor for heart disease.
The digestion of starch begins in the stomach.
The digestion of starch begins in the stomach.
Fiber is classified as a lipid.
Fiber is classified as a lipid.
Complete proteins lack one or more of the essential amino acids.
Complete proteins lack one or more of the essential amino acids.
The primary function of insulin is to increase blood glucose levels.
The primary function of insulin is to increase blood glucose levels.
Diets high in saturated fats are generally considered heart-healthy due to their anti-inflammatory effects.
Diets high in saturated fats are generally considered heart-healthy due to their anti-inflammatory effects.
The liver converts fructose to glucose.
The liver converts fructose to glucose.
Flashcards
Kcals in 1 gram of carbohydrate (CHO)
Kcals in 1 gram of carbohydrate (CHO)
Provides 4 kcal per gram.
Organ that prefers CHO as energy source
Organ that prefers CHO as energy source
The organ primarily relies on carbohydrates for energy.
Glucose + Glucose
Glucose + Glucose
A disaccharide composed of two glucose molecules.
Where is glycogen stored?
Where is glycogen stored?
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Branched form of starch
Branched form of starch
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of double bonds in monounsaturated fatty acid
of double bonds in monounsaturated fatty acid
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Length of a short-chain fatty acid
Length of a short-chain fatty acid
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Linoleic acid is also called?
Linoleic acid is also called?
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Best dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids
Best dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids
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Purpose of bile
Purpose of bile
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Hormone secreted with high blood glucose
Hormone secreted with high blood glucose
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Hormone secreted when glucose is low
Hormone secreted when glucose is low
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Another term for high blood glucose
Another term for high blood glucose
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Type of diabetes that's autoimmune
Type of diabetes that's autoimmune
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Converting amino acids into glucose
Converting amino acids into glucose
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Enzyme that breaks down sucrose
Enzyme that breaks down sucrose
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Macronutrient that increases blood sugar
Macronutrient that increases blood sugar
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RDA for Carbohydrates
RDA for Carbohydrates
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The fatty portion of a wheat kernel
The fatty portion of a wheat kernel
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Cause of high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
Cause of high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
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Study Notes
CHO
- 4 kcals are in 1 gram of CHO.
- The brain prefers to use CHO for energy.
- Maltose is the disaccharide made up of glucose and glucose.
- Glycogen is stored in the liver and muscles.
- Amylopectin is the branched form of starch.
- Sucrase is the enzyme used to break down sucrose.
- CHO is the macronutrient that causes the initial rise in blood glucose levels.
- The RDA for CHO is 130 g.
Lipids
- A monounsaturated fatty acid has 1 double bond.
- A short-chain fatty acid has less than 6 carbons.
- Linoleic acid is also known as omega-6 fatty acid.
- Fatty fish is the best dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids.
- The purpose of bile is to emulsify.
Diabetes
- Insulin is the hormone secreted by the pancreas when glucose levels are high.
- Glucagon is the hormone secreted when glucose levels are low.
- High blood glucose is referred to as hyperglycemia.
- Type 1 DM is an autoimmune condition.
- Gluconeogenesis is the process of converting amino acids into glucose.
- Insulin resistance is the main cause of high blood glucose in type 2 diabetes
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- The germ is the fatty portion of a wheat kernel.
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Description
This lesson covers key concepts related to carbohydrates (CHO), lipids, and diabetes. It includes information on CHO calories, brain energy sources, disaccharides, glycogen, and starch forms. It also addresses fatty acids, omega-3 sources, bile function, insulin, glucagon, hyperglycemia, and gluconeogenesis.
