Questions and Answers
Alcohol is absorbed directly from the small intestine and the ______.
stomach
Alcohol provides how many kcal/g energy?
7
The non-alcoholic components found in red wine, brandy, and whiskey that may cause some of the symptoms of a hangover are called ______.
congeners
Moderate alcohol consumption is BEST defined as?
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Which of the following is a chemical found in red wine and grapes that may have health benefits?
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Which of the following is caused by alcohol exposure by a fetus during pregnancy?
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Moderate alcohol consumption raises LDL cholesterol.
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Which of the following is equivalent to one drink of alcohol?
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Chronic drinkers may show few signs of impairment or intoxication even at high blood alcohol levels. This condition is known as?
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The liver's ability to activate which of the following fat-soluble vitamins may be interrupted by chronic alcohol consumption?
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A 6-oz glass of wine is equivalent to one alcoholic drink.
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The current alcohol consumption recommendation for pregnant women is?
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Which of the following is a condition in which the liver becomes more efficient in the breakdown of alcohol?
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On average, a healthy adult can metabolize two drinks per hour.
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Excessive alcohol consumption is the third leading cause of preventable death in Americans.
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Alcohol is primarily metabolized by the?
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Alcohol is considered a drug.
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Which of the following is a potential health benefit of moderate alcohol consumption?
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Moderate alcohol consumption is always associated with health benefits.
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Alcohol does not require digestion before it can be absorbed.
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Study Notes
Alcohol Absorption and Metabolism
- Alcohol is absorbed directly from the small intestine and the stomach.
- The liver is the primary organ responsible for metabolizing alcohol.
- Alcohol does not require digestion before absorption.
Nutritional Aspects of Alcohol
- Provides 7 kcal/g of energy.
- Resveratrol is a beneficial compound found in red wine and grapes.
- Moderate alcohol consumption may increase HDL cholesterol, which is considered good cholesterol.
Guidelines and Definitions
- Moderate drinking is defined as one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men.
- One drink of alcohol is equivalent to 12 oz of beer.
- A 6-oz glass of wine is NOT equivalent to one alcoholic drink.
Health Impacts and Risks
- Fetal alcohol syndrome occurs due to alcohol exposure to a fetus during pregnancy; complete abstinence is recommended for pregnant women.
- Functional tolerance refers to chronic drinkers displaying minimal impairment or intoxication at high blood alcohol levels.
- Excessive alcohol consumption is the third leading cause of preventable death in the United States.
Misconceptions and Myths
- Moderate alcohol consumption is NOT always associated with health benefits.
- The statement that moderate alcohol consumption raises LDL cholesterol is false.
- On average, a healthy adult cannot metabolize two drinks per hour; this is false.
Alcohol and Vitamins
- Chronic alcohol consumption can impair the liver's ability to activate vitamin D.
- Metabolic intolerance refers to a condition where the liver becomes more efficient in alcohol breakdown.
General Knowledge
- Alcohol is classified as a drug.
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Test your knowledge on the effects of alcohol and its nutritional aspects with this quiz based on Chapter 4 & 4.5. Learn about alcohol absorption, energy content, and more. Perfect for students studying nutrition and health sciences.
