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What is the primary function of nutrients in the body?

  • To provide energy and support bodily functions (correct)
  • To increase the volume of food consumed
  • To enhance flavor in food
  • To eliminate wastes from the body
  • Which of the following is NOT a main nutrient?

  • Carbohydrates
  • Proteins
  • Vitamins
  • Fiber (correct)
  • How do simple nutrients reach the body's cells?

  • They are converted into complex nutrients first
  • They are metabolized in the liver before entering the bloodstream
  • They bypass digestion and go directly into the cells
  • They are absorbed by the blood after digestion (correct)
  • What classification does water fall under when discussing food components?

    <p>Inorganic component</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the study of nutritional sciences primarily focus on?

    <p>The interaction of nutrients and health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of energy for the body?

    <p>Food ration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macronutrient produces the highest amount of energy per gram?

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

    What factors can influence energy expenditure in the body?

    <p>Age, gender, and physiological state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To achieve energy equilibrium, what must be balanced?

    <p>Energy consumption and energy expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much energy does 1 gram of carbohydrates produce?

    <p>17 kJ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group has the highest daily energy expenditure?

    <p>Women (Pregnant)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of basal metabolism?

    <p>To maintain basic bodily functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one benefit of dietary fiber?

    <p>Slows down lipid digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is energy released during digestion measured?

    <p>By measuring oxygen consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can't humans digest plant-based dietary fiber?

    <p>Deficiency of cellulase enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is considered water-soluble?

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

    What is a characteristic of fat-soluble vitamins?

    <p>They accumulate in the body over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following vitamins is most likely to pose a risk due to accumulation in the body?

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

    How are excess water-soluble vitamins handled by the body?

    <p>They are eliminated via urine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a risk associated with high levels of fat-soluble vitamins?

    <p>They can lead to toxic build-up in body organs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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