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What is the unit of energy measurement?

Calorie

Which hormone plays a significant role in regulating Basal Metabolic Rate?

Thyroid

What does BMI stand for?

Body Mass Index

Which nutrients are needed in large amounts?

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

What are the Accessory Glands of the GI Tract?

<p>Salivary Glands, Liver, and Pancreas</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the incomplete burning of fat for energy called?

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

Which macronutrient is responsible for providing energy and enhancing memory and learning?

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

Which macronutrient promotes peristalsis?

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

What nutrients are considered micronutrients?

<p>Vitamins and Minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio used to estimate the amount of body fat?

<p>Body Mass Index</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily fluid intake for a patient with renal issues?

<p>1000 to 1500 ml per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme begins the digestion of protein?

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

What is the recommended daily protein intake for a patient with renal issues?

<p>Less than 100 g per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group should encourage variety and establish good dietary habits?

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

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrates in the body?

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

What enzyme helps the body break down carbohydrates?

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

Which diet would benefit a client with cardiac pathologies?

<p>Low to no sodium diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of thyroid hormone in the body?

<p>Regulates basal metabolic rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What diet would benefit a patient with constipation issues?

<p>High fiber diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many meals a day should a diabetic patient eat to prevent hypoglycemia?

<p>5-6 meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of carbohydrates are considered simple carbs?

<p>Monosaccharides and disaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is glucose converted into glycogen and stored?

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

Which vitamin is responsible for blood clotting?

<p>Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vitamins are water-soluble?

<p>B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which minerals are considered macrominerals?

<p>Calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, and magnesium</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is the body unable to digest?

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

In which food group can fat-soluble vitamins be found?

<p>Fatty fish and oils</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient aids in bone formation?

<p>Vitamin D</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of energy provided by carbohydrates?

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

What is the recommended emphasis in nutritional guidelines?

<p>Consumption of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and fat-free or low-fat milk and dairy products</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of energy measurement?

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

Which hormone plays a huge role in regulating Basal Metabolic Rate?

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

What macronutrient is responsible for ketosis prevention?

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

Which macronutrient promotes peristalsis?

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

What nutrients are macro?

<p>Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nutrients are micro?

<p>Vitamins, Minerals, Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio of your height to your weight to estimate the amount of body fat?

<p>Body Mass Index</p> Signup and view all the answers

What macronutrient is responsible for providing energy and enhancing memory and learning?

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

What is the incomplete burning of fat for energy called?

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

What are the Accessory Glands of the GI Tract?

<p>Salivary Glands, Liver, and Gallbladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following vitamins is responsible for epithelial tissue integrity?

<p>Vitamin A</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral aids in blood clotting?

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

Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

<p>Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are complex carbohydrates found?

<p>Vegetables and whole grains</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin aids in bone formation?

<p>Vitamin D</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is considered a micromineral?

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

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrates in the body?

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

Which of the following is a complex carbohydrate?

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

Which type of carbohydrates are considered simple carbs?

<p>Monosaccharides and disaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is responsible for aiding in blood clotting?

<p>Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrates in the body?

<p>Glycogen and adipose tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

What enzyme begins the digestion of protein?

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

What enzyme helps the body break down carbohydrates?

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

Which diet would benefit a client with cardiac pathologies?

<p>Low to no sodium, and fluid restriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diet would benefit a patient with renal issues?

<p>Sodium restricted diet, limited protein, potassium, phosphorus, and fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily fluid intake for a patient with renal issues?

<p>1000 to 1500 ml per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many calories does a regular diet provide per day?

<p>About 2000 cal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group should encourage variety and establish good dietary habits?

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

What is the role of thyroid hormone in the body?

<p>It regulates basal metabolic rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diet would benefit a patient with constipation issues?

<p>High fiber diet, include a large quantity of vegetables and fruit, increase fluid intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrates in the body?

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

Which hormone plays a significant role in regulating Basal Metabolic Rate?

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

What macronutrient promotes ketosis prevention?

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

What nutrients are considered macronutrients?

<p>Carbohydrates and Proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the Accessory Glands of the GI Tract?

<p>Gallbladder, Liver, Pancreas</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following vitamins is responsible for blood clotting?

<p>Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrates in the body?

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

Which of the following minerals is considered a macromineral?

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

Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

<p>Vitamin B12</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a complex carbohydrate?

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

What enzyme is responsible for the initial digestion of protein?

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

What is the recommended daily fluid intake for a patient with renal issues?

<p>1000 to 1500 ml per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of carbohydrates are considered simple carbs?

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

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrates in the body?

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

Which hormone regulates the basal metabolic rate in the body?

<p>Thyroid hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nutrition: Carbohydrates, Vitamins, and Minerals Summary

  • Carbohydrates are classified into monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides based on the number of sugar units they contain.
  • Carbohydrates provide 4 kcal/g of energy, and examples of monosaccharides include glucose, fructose, and galactose.
  • Disaccharides include sucrose and lactose, while starch and fiber are examples of polysaccharides.
  • Monosaccharides and disaccharides are considered simple carbs, while fibers and starch are complex carbs.
  • The body cannot digest fiber, and complex carbs are found in vegetables and whole grains.
  • Glucose is converted into glycogen and stored in the liver and skeletal muscles.
  • Vitamin A is responsible for epithelial tissue integrity and is found in orange fruits and vegetables.
  • Vitamin D aids in bone formation and can be obtained from fortified milk.
  • Vitamin K helps in blood clotting and can be found in green leafy vegetables and the digestive tract.
  • B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, and C are water-soluble vitamins, and A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble vitamins.
  • Calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, and magnesium are macrominerals, while iron, iodine, zinc, chromium, fluoride, copper, and selenium are microminerals.
  • Nutritional guidelines emphasize the consumption of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and fat-free or low-fat milk and dairy products while limiting fats, oils, and sweets.

Nutrition: Carbohydrates, Vitamins, and Minerals Summary

  • Carbohydrates are classified into monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides based on the number of sugar units they contain.
  • Carbohydrates provide 4 kcal/g of energy, and examples of monosaccharides include glucose, fructose, and galactose.
  • Disaccharides include sucrose and lactose, while starch and fiber are examples of polysaccharides.
  • Monosaccharides and disaccharides are considered simple carbs, while fibers and starch are complex carbs.
  • The body cannot digest fiber, and complex carbs are found in vegetables and whole grains.
  • Glucose is converted into glycogen and stored in the liver and skeletal muscles.
  • Vitamin A is responsible for epithelial tissue integrity and is found in orange fruits and vegetables.
  • Vitamin D aids in bone formation and can be obtained from fortified milk.
  • Vitamin K helps in blood clotting and can be found in green leafy vegetables and the digestive tract.
  • B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, and C are water-soluble vitamins, and A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble vitamins.
  • Calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, and magnesium are macrominerals, while iron, iodine, zinc, chromium, fluoride, copper, and selenium are microminerals.
  • Nutritional guidelines emphasize the consumption of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and fat-free or low-fat milk and dairy products while limiting fats, oils, and sweets.

Nutrition: Carbohydrates, Vitamins, and Minerals Summary

  • Carbohydrates are classified into monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides based on the number of sugar units they contain.
  • Carbohydrates provide 4 kcal/g of energy, and examples of monosaccharides include glucose, fructose, and galactose.
  • Disaccharides include sucrose and lactose, while starch and fiber are examples of polysaccharides.
  • Monosaccharides and disaccharides are considered simple carbs, while fibers and starch are complex carbs.
  • The body cannot digest fiber, and complex carbs are found in vegetables and whole grains.
  • Glucose is converted into glycogen and stored in the liver and skeletal muscles.
  • Vitamin A is responsible for epithelial tissue integrity and is found in orange fruits and vegetables.
  • Vitamin D aids in bone formation and can be obtained from fortified milk.
  • Vitamin K helps in blood clotting and can be found in green leafy vegetables and the digestive tract.
  • B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, and C are water-soluble vitamins, and A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble vitamins.
  • Calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, and magnesium are macrominerals, while iron, iodine, zinc, chromium, fluoride, copper, and selenium are microminerals.
  • Nutritional guidelines emphasize the consumption of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and fat-free or low-fat milk and dairy products while limiting fats, oils, and sweets.

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