Nutrition and Carbohydrates Quiz
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Which food item contains the highest carbohydrate content per 100g?

  • Bread, white
  • Banana (pisang mas)
  • Biscuit, chocolate (correct)
  • Rice, white, cooked
  • Glycogen is primarily stored in the brain and heart.

    False (B)

    What is the main function of liver glycogen?

    To provide glucose to the body when blood glucose levels drop.

    Most dietary fibre are ______ parts of plants.

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    Match the following food items with their carbohydrate content:

    <p>Cola, soft drink = 10.9g Potato, without skin = 20.0g Milk, fluid, whole = 4.7g Biscuit, chocolate = 76.1g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the grain is formed by the bran component?

    <p>83% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oligosaccharides contain more than 10 monosaccharide units.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name two common oligosaccharides.

    <p>Raffinose and Stachyose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary food sources of oligosaccharides are ___, peas, and lentils.

    <p>dry beans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following food sources with the type of polysaccharide:

    <p>Rice = Starch Broccoli = Oligosaccharides Beans = Oligosaccharides Potatoes = Starch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of polysaccharides?

    <p>Fat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What digestive process is responsible for breaking down starch into glucose?

    <p>The action of digestive enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All starch in plants is easily digestible in the small intestine.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of sucrose?

    <p>Glucose and Fructose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lactose is known as fruit sugar.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of sugar is maltose composed of?

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

    The most common monosaccharides in our diet include glucose, fructose, and __________.

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

    Which food contains the highest concentration of lactose?

    <p>Breast milk (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following disaccharides with their components:

    <p>Sucrose = Glucose + Fructose Lactose = Glucose + Galactose Maltose = Glucose + Glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Refined sugars provide many essential nutrients.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name two natural sources of sucrose.

    <p>Sugar cane and sugar beets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells primarily use glucose as a fuel source?

    <p>Brain and nervous system cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glycogen stored in fat cells has a limited storage capacity.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of carbohydrates regarding protein?

    <p>To spare protein from being used as an energy source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Excess carbohydrates are stored as ______ in the liver and muscles.

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

    Match the following functions of carbohydrates with their descriptions:

    <p>Storage energy in the form of Glycogen = Energy for daily needs Protein sparing effect = Allows protein to fulfill its main functions Promoting gastrointestinal health = Benefits digestive tract through fermentation Energy storage in fat = Unlimited capacity for energy reserves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended daily carbohydrate intake in grams to prevent ketosis?

    <p>50 - 100g (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Insoluble fiber does not contribute to fecal bulk and normal laxation.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred energy source for colon cells derived from fiber fermentation?

    <p>Butyric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of lipid is liquid at room temperature?

    <p>Oils (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Saturated fats have one or more C=C bonds in their fatty acid chains.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary storage location of lipids in the body?

    <p>Adipose tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) contain __________ or more C=C bonds.

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

    Match the type of fatty acid with its description:

    <p>Saturated Fatty Acid = No C=C bonds present Monounsaturated Fatty Acid = One C=C bond present Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid = Two or more C=C bonds present Saturated Fats = Firm at room temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of polyunsaturated vegetable oils?

    <p>Firmer than animal fats (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one example of a saturated fat that is softer than most animal fats.

    <p>Coconut oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All vegetable oils are polyunsaturated.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does saturation have on the firmness of fatty acids at room temperature?

    <p>Saturated fatty acids are more firm. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All lipids are equally likely to spoil when exposed to oxygen.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process called that adds hydrogen atoms to a fatty acid?

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

    Polyunsaturated fats spoil most readily because their double bonds are _____ .

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

    Which type of fatty acid is least likely to become rancid?

    <p>Saturated fats (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of fatty acids with their characteristics:

    <p>Saturated fats = More stable and resistant to oxidation Polyunsaturated fats = Spoils more readily due to unstable double bonds Trans fatty acids = Created through industrial hydrogenation Natural trans fats = Occur in the gut of some animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Trans fatty acids can only be found in foods created through hydrogenation.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one food source that commonly contains partially hydrogenated oils?

    <p>Potato chips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Monosaccharides

    Simple sugars; the basic building blocks of dietary sugars, starches, and fiber.

    Glucose

    A common monosaccharide, also known as dextrose or blood sugar, essential for energy.

    Disaccharides

    Sugars formed by combining two monosaccharides.

    Sucrose

    A disaccharide formed from glucose and fructose; table sugar.

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    Lactose

    A disaccharide formed by glucose and galactose; milk sugar.

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    Maltose

    A disaccharide formed by two glucose molecules; produced during starch digestion.

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    Empty Calories

    Refined sugars that provide little or no other nutrients besides energy

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    Lactose Intolerance

    Inability to digest lactose due to a lack of the enzyme lactase.

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    Oligosaccharides

    Short chains of complex carbohydrates, containing 3-10 monosaccharides.

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    Starch

    A digestible polysaccharide found in grains, legumes, and tubers; broken down into glucose for energy.

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    Resistant Starch

    Portion of starch that remains undigested in the small intestine.

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    Complex Carbohydrates

    Carbohydrates made up of many linked sugar (monosaccharide) units. These include oligos and polysaccharides.

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    Digestible Carbohydrates

    Carbohydrates that our body breaks down into glucose for energy.

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    Raffinose and Stachyose

    Types of oligosaccharides found in beans and other legumes, not easily broken down by our bodies, leading to gas.

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    Liver Glycogen

    Stored in the liver, it breaks down to provide glucose to the body when blood sugar levels drop. This helps maintain a consistent energy supply.

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    Muscle Glycogen

    Stored in muscles, it provides glucose specifically for muscle activity during exercise or physical exertion.

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    Dietary Fibre

    The structural parts of plants, mostly made up of polysaccharides. Human bodies can't digest these, so they pass through undigested, offering minimal energy.

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    Benefits of Fibre

    Even though it's not digested, fibre is beneficial. Gut bacteria ferment it, creating water, gas, and short-chain fatty acids, which support colon health.

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    Saturated Fat

    A type of fat where every carbon atom in the fatty acid chain is bonded to the maximum number of hydrogen atoms. It has no double bonds (C=C).

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    Monounsaturated Fat

    A type of fat where the fatty acid chain has one double bond (C=C).

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    Polyunsaturated Fat

    A type of fat where the fatty acid chain has two or more double bonds (C=C).

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    How does saturation affect firmness?

    The degree of saturation affects the firmness of lipids at room temperature. Saturated fats are generally more firm and solid at room temperature, while polyunsaturated fats are liquid (oils).

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    Why are some vegetable oils solid?

    Some vegetable oils like cocoa butter, palm oil, and coconut oil are saturated and thus solid at room temperature. They are firmer than most vegetable oils, but softer than most animal fats due to their shorter carbon chains.

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    What is the role of carbon chain length?

    The length of the carbon chain in a fatty acid also affects the firmness of the lipid. Shorter chains result in softer fats at room temperature.

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    What are triglycerides?

    Triglycerides are a type of simple lipid that are the most common form of fat in the human body. They are composed of glycerol and three fatty acid chains.

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    Where are lipids stored in the body?

    Lipids are stored in fat cells (adipocytes) within adipose tissues, which are found under the skin and around organs.

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    What is the primary fuel source for most cells?

    Glucose is the main energy source for most body cells, including the brain, nervous system, red blood cells, intestinal mucosa, and retina.

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    How does glycogen store energy?

    Glycogen is a storage form of glucose in the liver and muscles. When blood glucose levels are low, the liver breaks down glycogen to release glucose into the blood.

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    What happens to excess carbohydrates?

    Extra carbohydrates beyond energy needs are first stored as glycogen. When glycogen storage is full, excess carbohydrates are converted into fat for long-term storage.

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    How do carbohydrates spare protein?

    When there is enough energy from carbohydrates or fats, the body doesn't need to break down protein for energy, allowing protein to do its essential jobs like building and repairing tissues.

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    What is the role of fiber in gut health?

    Insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool, promoting regular bowel movements. Soluble fiber and resistant starch are fermented by bacteria in the colon, producing butyric acid, a key energy source for colon cells.

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    What is the recommended daily intake of carbohydrates?

    Carbohydrates should constitute 50% of total daily calorie intake. A minimum of 50-100 grams of carbohydrates per day is needed to spare protein and prevent ketosis.

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    What type of carbohydrates should be prioritized?

    Complex carbohydrates, like whole grains and starchy vegetables, should be the primary source of carbohydrates in the diet.

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    Why are empty calories not ideal?

    Empty calories, such as refined sugars, provide little nutritional value beyond energy and contribute to excess calorie intake and health problems.

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    Saturated Fatty Acid

    A fatty acid with no double bonds between carbon atoms. They are typically solid at room temperature and tend to be more stable.

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    Unsaturated Fatty Acid

    A fatty acid with one or more double bonds between carbon atoms. The bend at the double bond prevents tight stacking, making them liquid at room temperature.

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    Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid

    A fatty acid with multiple double bonds between carbon atoms. They are highly unstable and prone to oxidation.

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    Oxidation of Fats

    A chemical process where fats react with oxygen, leading to spoilage and rancidity.

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    Hydrogenation

    A process that adds hydrogen atoms to unsaturated fats, reducing the number of double bonds and increasing stability.

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    Trans Fatty Acid

    An unhealthy type of fat produced during hydrogenation. It has a straight structure like saturated fats but is less stable.

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    Natural Trans Fats

    Trans fats found naturally in small amounts in some animal products (e.g., milk, meat).

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    Commercially Produced Trans Fats

    Trans fats created through a manufacturing process (hydrogenation). These are found in processed foods.

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    Study Notes

    Carbohydrates

    • Liver glycogen is responsible for regulating blood glucose levels.
    • Dietary fibers are non-digestible parts of plants.
    • Bran makes up 14.5% of the grain.
    • Oligosaccharides contain 2 to 10 monosaccharide units.
    • Two common oligosaccharides are raffinose and stachyose.
    • The primary food sources of oligosaccharides are beans, peas, and lentils.
    • Starch is found in grains, legumes, and root vegetables.
    • Glycogen is stored in muscle and liver.
    • Cellulose is not a component of polysaccharides.
    • Amylase breaks down starch into glucose.
    • Sucrose is composed of glucose and fructose.
    • Maltose is composed of two glucose molecules.
    • The most common monosaccharides in our diet include glucose, fructose, and galactose.
    • Milk contains the highest concentration of lactose.
    • Sucrose is composed of glucose and fructose.
    • Lactose is composed of glucose and galactose.
    • Maltose is composed of two glucose molecules.
    • Two natural sources of sucrose are sugarcane and sugar beets.
    • Muscle cells primarily use glucose as a fuel source.
    • The primary function of carbohydrates regarding protein is to spare protein for its primary function.
    • Excess carbohydrates are stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles.
    • Carbohydrates provide energy to fuel the body and brain.
    • Carbohydrates promote digestive health by providing fiber.
    • Carbohydrates spare protein for its primary function.
    • Sugars enhance flavor and palatability of food.
    • The recommended daily carbohydrate intake in grams to prevent ketosis is 130g.
    • Butyrate is the preferred energy source for colon cells derived from fiber fermentation.

    Lipids

    • Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature.
    • Saturated fats have no C=C bonds in their fatty acid chains.
    • The primary storage location of lipids in the body is adipose tissue.
    • Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) contain two or more C=C bonds.
    • Saturated fatty acids are solid at room temperature and have no double bonds.
    • Monounsaturated fatty acids have one double bond and are liquid at room temperature.
    • Polyunsaturated fatty acids have two or more double bonds and are liquid at room temperature.
    • Polyunsaturated vegetable oils are not very stable and can easily become rancid.
    • Coconut oil is one example of a saturated fat that is softer than most animal fats.
    • Saturation increases the firmness of fatty acids at room temperature.
    • Oxidation is the process that causes lipids to spoil when exposed to oxygen.
    • Hydrogenation is the process that adds hydrogen atoms to a fatty acid.
    • Polyunsaturated fats spoil most readily because their double bonds are more reactive.
    • Saturated fatty acids are least likely to become rancid.
    • Trans fatty acids are produced artificially through hydrogenation.
    • Margarine commonly contains partially hydrogenated oils.

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