Nutrition and Nutrients

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What is a characteristic of animal-based foods?

  • They tend to lack one or more essential amino acid
  • They are often low in calcium and iron
  • They tend to be good sources of complete protein (correct)
  • They are low in dietary fibers

What is nutrition?

  • The study of the chemical compounds in food
  • The process of eating food
  • The process of digesting food
  • The processes by which the body uses food for energy, maintenance and growth (correct)

What is the main difference between macronutrients and micronutrients?

  • Macronutrients provide energy, while micronutrients provide essential vitamins and minerals
  • Macronutrients are used for energy, while micronutrients are used for growth
  • Macronutrients are needed in smaller amounts, while micronutrients are needed in larger amounts
  • Macronutrients are needed in large amounts, while micronutrients are needed in smaller amounts (correct)

What is a benefit of consuming animal-based foods?

<p>They provide better absorbability of calcium and iron (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the only dietary source of vitamin B12?

<p>Animal-based foods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are plant-based foods often incomplete protein sources?

<p>Because they lack one or more essential amino acid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

<p>To provide energy for the cells, tissues, and organs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the body has a low intake of carbohydrates?

<p>The body combusts fats for energy and risks ketosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of simple carbohydrates?

<p>They are found naturally in foods such as fruits and vegetables (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a high biological value protein?

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

What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

<p>To build and repair tissues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of high intake of carbohydrates?

<p>The body is at risk of obesity and dental caries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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