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What are the three types of carbohydrates?
What are the three types of carbohydrates?
- Monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides
- Simple carbohydrates, complex carbohydrates, and fiber (correct)
- Starches, sugars, and cellulose
- Sugars, fibers, and proteins
Which type of vitamin is stored in the body and is less likely to be destroyed by cooking?
Which type of vitamin is stored in the body and is less likely to be destroyed by cooking?
- Mineral vitamins
- B-complex vitamins
- Fat-soluble vitamins (correct)
- Water-soluble vitamins
What distinguishes a complete protein?
What distinguishes a complete protein?
- It contains all nine essential amino acids. (correct)
- It contains only essential vitamins.
- It can be synthesized by the human body.
- It is derived solely from animal sources.
Which cholesterol type is often referred to as the 'bad' cholesterol?
Which cholesterol type is often referred to as the 'bad' cholesterol?
Which minerals are required by the body in the largest quantities?
Which minerals are required by the body in the largest quantities?
What is often referred to as 'the forgotten nutrient'?
What is often referred to as 'the forgotten nutrient'?
Which systemic diseases are associated with excess fat in the diet?
Which systemic diseases are associated with excess fat in the diet?
Which governmental agency is responsible for regulating food product labeling?
Which governmental agency is responsible for regulating food product labeling?
Which vitamins are classified as water-soluble?
Which vitamins are classified as water-soluble?
Which amino acids are categorized as non-essential?
Which amino acids are categorized as non-essential?
What is the primary dietary component that increases the risk of dental caries?
What is the primary dietary component that increases the risk of dental caries?
What characterizes a complete protein?
What characterizes a complete protein?
Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?
Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?
How does the body typically store fat-soluble vitamins?
How does the body typically store fat-soluble vitamins?
Which type of carbohydrates is known for being non-cariogenic?
Which type of carbohydrates is known for being non-cariogenic?
Which of these is NOT a role of nutrients in the body?
Which of these is NOT a role of nutrients in the body?
Which of these minerals is NOT required in the largest quantities by the body?
Which of these minerals is NOT required in the largest quantities by the body?
What is the role of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in food regulation?
What is the role of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in food regulation?
Flashcards
Types of Carbohydrates
Types of Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are classified as monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.
Fat-soluble vitamins
Fat-soluble vitamins
Vitamins that dissolve in fat and are stored in the body, often in the liver and adipose tissue.
Complete Protein
Complete Protein
A protein that contains all nine essential amino acids, which our bodies cannot produce.
LDL cholesterol
LDL cholesterol
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Major Minerals
Major Minerals
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Water: The Forgotten Nutrient
Water: The Forgotten Nutrient
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Excess Fat and Systemic Diseases
Excess Fat and Systemic Diseases
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FDA and Food Labeling
FDA and Food Labeling
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Water-soluble Vitamins
Water-soluble Vitamins
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Non-Essential Amino Acids
Non-Essential Amino Acids
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Sugars and Dental Caries
Sugars and Dental Caries
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Micronutrients
Micronutrients
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Non-cariogenic Carbohydrates
Non-cariogenic Carbohydrates
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Nutrient Roles
Nutrient Roles
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Iodine: A Trace Mineral
Iodine: A Trace Mineral
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USDA Role in Food Regulation
USDA Role in Food Regulation
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Study Notes
Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates are classified into three types: monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.
Vitamins
- Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the body and are less likely to be destroyed by cooking.
Proteins
- A complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids.
Cholesterol
- Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is often referred to as 'bad' cholesterol.
Minerals
- Major minerals are required by the body in the largest quantities and include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride, and sulfur.
Water
- Water is often referred to as 'the forgotten nutrient'.
Systemic Diseases
- Excess fat in the diet is associated with systemic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer.
Food Labeling
- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for regulating food product labeling.
Water-Soluble Vitamins
- Water-soluble vitamins include vitamins B and C.
Non-Essential Amino Acids
- Non-essential amino acids can be synthesized by the body.
Dental Caries
- Sugars are the primary dietary component that increases the risk of dental caries.
Complete Protein
- A complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids.
Micronutrients
- Vitamins and minerals are classified as micronutrients.
Fat-Soluble Vitamins
- The body typically stores fat-soluble vitamins in the liver and adipose tissue.
Non-cariogenic Carbohydrates
- Xylitol and erythritol are non-cariogenic carbohydrates.
Nutrient Roles
- Nutrients play a role in providing energy, building and repairing tissues, and regulating body processes. One of the roles that nutrients do not play is providing structure.
Major Minerals
- Iodine is not required in the largest quantities by the body; it's a trace mineral.
USDA Role in Food Regulation
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) establishes dietary guidelines and provides food safety information.
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This quiz covers essential nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. Learn about the different types of macronutrients and micronutrients, including their role in the body and examples of sources for each. Test your knowledge about how nutrients impact health and well-being.
