25 Questions
What is the end product of glycolysis?
Pyruvate
What is required for pyruvate to be shunted to lactate?
NADH
What is the relationship between TAGs and cholesterol synthesis?
TAGs are a precursor to cholesterol synthesis
What is the purpose of the glycolytic pathway?
To generate ATP
What is the fate of pyruvate in the absence of NADH?
It is converted to acetyl-CoA
What is the role of zinc supplementation in anemia during pregnancy?
To increase hemoglobin levels
What is a dietary consideration during diarrhea?
Increase fluid intake
Which of the following is a function of albumin?
Maintenance of oncotic pressure
What is a characteristic of metabolic syndrome?
Central obesity and insulin resistance
Which dietary intervention is recommended for metabolic syndrome?
Calorie-restricted diet
What is theprimary function of gluconeogenesis?
Synthesis of glucose
What is the role of amino acids in gluconeogenesis?
Act as precursors for glucose synthesis
What is a consequence of impaired gluconeogenesis?
Hypoglycemia
What is the relationship between gluconeogenesis and amino acid metabolism?
Amino acid metabolism provides precursors for gluconeogenesis
What is the role of albumin in maintaining oncotic pressure?
Attracts water into the bloodstream
What is the primary function of gluconeogenesis?
To generate glucose from non-carbohydrate sources
What is a characteristic of metabolic syndrome?
Central obesity and insulin resistance
What is the role of albumin in the body?
To maintain oncotic pressure
What is the relationship between gluconeogenesis and amino acid metabolism?
Amino acids are substrates for gluconeogenesis
What is a dietary intervention for metabolic syndrome?
High-fiber and low-fat diet
What is the consequence of impaired gluconeogenesis?
Hypoglycemia
What is the role of amino acids in gluconeogenesis?
Amino acids can be converted into glucose or ketones
What is the function of albumin in maintaining oncotic pressure?
To attract water into blood vessels
What is the primary role of gluconeogenesis during fasting?
To generate glucose from non-carbohydrate sources
What is a characteristic of amino acid metabolism?
Amino acids can be converted into glucose or ketones
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