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What is the role of rhodopsin in the human eye?

  • Initiating a nerve signal to the brain in response to light (correct)
  • Enabling the production of retinoic acid in the eye
  • Aiding in the absorption of vitamin A in the retina
  • Regulating the synthesis of glucose in the liver

    • What effect does a deficiency in vitamin A have on the regeneration of rhodopsin?

  • It has no impact on the regeneration of rhodopsin
  • It delays the regeneration of rhodopsin, leading to delayed perception of light (correct)
  • It completely inhibits the regeneration of rhodopsin
  • It accelerates the regeneration of rhodopsin, causing heightened light sensitivity

    • What is the function of retinoic acid in gene expression?

  • It inhibits the transcription of genes
  • It directly synthesizes proteins in the cytosol
  • It promotes the breakdown of mRNA in the nucleus
  • It binds to a regulatory region of DNA, influencing mRNA and protein production (correct)

    • How can a diet low in fat contribute to vitamin A deficiency?

    <p>Without fat, vitamin A absorption is reduced, potentially leading to deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of zinc in vitamin A absorption?

    <p>Zinc from animal sources is better absorbed than zinc from plants due to the presence of phytates in plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why has the risk of low Vitamin D levels increased for children?

    <p>Decreased consumption of milk and increased use of sunscreen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of accelerated growth and sexual maturation on nutrient requirements in adolescents?

    <p>Total energy and protein requirements are higher than at any other time of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is TRUE regarding calcium intake during the adolescent growth spurt?

    <p>During the adolescent growth spurt, more calcium is needed to build peak bone mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do adolescent males need more iron than adults?

    <p>There is an increased iron requirement to satisfy the increased hemoglobin demand for expansion of blood volume and myoglobin for higher muscle mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does increased milk intake affect the intake of Vitamin D, Calcium, and K+?

    <p>Increased milk intake will increase intake of Ca, Vit D, and K+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common denominator in recent aging research?

    <p>Autophagy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is associated with changes in mood, skin, body composition, and increased risk of osteoporosis?

    <p>Estrogen decline during menopause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a genetically regulated, programmed process with hormonal mechanisms as a control?

    <p>Aging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a polyphenolic compound found in red wine and black grapes, and has anti-aging properties?

    <p>Resveratrol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the factors associated with an increased risk of malnutrition among the elderly?

    <p>Increased nutrient losses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consequence of Vitamin B12 deficiency?

    <p>Increase in homocysteine levels and macrocytic anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of folate deficiency in terms of DNA synthesis?

    <p>Cells in the bone marrow cannot replicate their DNA, leading to macrocytic anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of iodine in the body?

    <p>Essential component of thyroid hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of iron deficiency in red blood cells?

    <p>Microcytic anemia due to insufficient hemoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of high levels of homocysteine in the body?

    <p>Increased risk of cardiovascular disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological consequence is directly induced by chronic ethanol consumption?

    <p>Increased blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a direct effect of ethanol on the intestinal system?

    <p>Compromises intestinal barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of chronic alcohol use on nutrient intake?

    <p>Replacement of nutrient-dense foods by alcohol calories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ is most significantly affected by chronic alcohol use?

    <p>Pancreas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial stage of alcoholic liver disease?

    <p>Fatty liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following health risks is NOT directly measured by BMI?

    <p>Increase in visceral fat characteristic of metabolic syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of obesity genes mentioned in the text?

    <p>Regulating body fatness and affecting behavior and metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health condition is NOT associated with an increase in visceral fat characteristic of metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Type 1 diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does BMI primarily measure?

    <p>Overall body weight in relation to height</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary limitation of using BMI to evaluate health risks associated with obesity?

    <p>It does not measure the increase in visceral fat characteristic of metabolic syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary site for alcohol absorption in the body?

    <p>Stomach and small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ is responsible for the metabolism of 90% of alcohol in the body?

    <p>Liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of excessive alcohol intake on cardiovascular health?

    <p>Detrimental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals should avoid alcohol entirely?

    <p>Pregnant women, children, adolescents, individuals operating machinery, those with alcohol use disorder, and those on certain medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors can affect ethanol absorption in the body?

    <p>Physique, speed of intake, food intake, and gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of brown adipose tissue in obesity?

    <p>Increasing energy expenditure and potentially combating obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of leptin and ghrelin in regulating energy balance?

    <p>Leptin is a satiety hormone, and ghrelin is a hunger hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been observed in Pima Indians in northern Mexico in relation to obesity and type 2 diabetes?

    <p>They have a much lower incidence of obesity and type 2 diabetes compared to those in Arizona</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of a randomized controlled trial comparing ultra-processed foods and unprocessed foods?

    <p>Ultra-processed foods led to increased body fat mass and weight, while unprocessed foods had the opposite effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the causes of nutritional deficiencies in obesity?

    <p>Poor-quality diets, higher nutrient requirements, alterations in micronutrient metabolism, and invasive obesity treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vitamin B12, Folate, Iron, and Other Essential Nutrients

    • Intrinsic factor-Vitamin B12 complex binds to receptor proteins in the ileum, allowing vitamin B12 absorption; only a small amount can be absorbed without intrinsic factor.
    • Vitamin B12 is mainly reabsorbed rather than lost in feces; it takes years of deficient diet before symptoms of Vitamin B12 deficiency appear.
    • Vitamin B12 deficiency causes an increase in homocysteine levels and macrocytic anemia, and it interferes with the maintenance of myelin, leading to neurological symptoms.
    • Folic acid deficiency can be prevented even when vitamin B12 is deficient by supplemental folic acid, which is needed for DNA synthesis.
    • Vitamin B6 deficiency in infants can cause abdominal distress and convulsions.
    • High levels of homocysteine increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
    • Folate coenzymes are needed for DNA synthesis and metabolism of some amino acids; folate deficiency leads to an increase in homocysteine and symptoms such as anemia, poor growth, and nerve problems.
    • When folate is deficient, cells in the bone marrow that develop into red blood cells cannot replicate their DNA, leading to macrocytic anemia.
    • Microcytic anemia occurs when red blood cells don't have enough hemoglobin and are smaller than normal, often due to iron deficiency.
    • Non-heme and heme iron have different functions in the body, and teenagers have different iron needs based on gender and age-related factors.
    • Iodine is an essential component of thyroid hormones and is found in seawater, seafood, and iodized salt.
    • Fluoride is important for dental health, making tooth enamel more resistant to decay; chromium deficiency may lead to impaired glucose tolerance and elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

    Thrifty Genotype and Obesity

    • Thrifty genotype suggests certain populations may have genes that determine increased fat storage, which was advantageous during times of famine but has led to obesity and type 2 diabetes in modern environments.
    • Twin studies have shown that even with excess calories, 20% of people were lean, indicating not everyone has the thrifty genotype.
    • Drifty Gene hypothesis argues that the modern distribution of the obese phenotype is due to genetic drift in genes encoding the regulation system controlling an upper limit on body fatness.
    • Environmental factors affect weight within the upper and lower intervention points defined by the risk of predation and starvation.
    • Brown adipose tissue plays a role in obesity by increasing energy expenditure and potentially combating obesity.
    • Leptin and ghrelin are key hormones in regulating energy balance, with leptin being a satiety hormone and ghrelin being a hunger hormone.
    • Pima Indians in northern Mexico, who eat a traditional diet and are physically active, have a much lower incidence of obesity and type 2 diabetes compared to those in Arizona.
    • A randomized controlled trial showed that ultra-processed foods led to increased body fat mass and weight, while unprocessed foods had the opposite effect.
    • Weight loss surgeries, such as gastric bypass surgery, are increasingly utilized to deal with obesity and type 2 diabetes.
    • Gastric bypass surgery has benefits, including weight loss and improved glucose tolerance, but also comes with potential problems such as pouch stretching, band erosion, and nutritional deficiencies.
    • Nutritional deficiencies in obesity are caused by poor-quality diets, higher nutrient requirements, alterations in micronutrient metabolism, and invasive obesity treatments.
    • Micronutrient deficiencies in obesity include iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, potassium, selenium, and vitamins A, C, D, and E.

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