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Where does most of the absorption of nutrients occur?
Where does most of the absorption of nutrients occur?
Which macronutrient protects vital organs with cushioning?
Which macronutrient protects vital organs with cushioning?
What type of blood vessels surround the small intestines' villi to transport nutrients?
What type of blood vessels surround the small intestines' villi to transport nutrients?
How many calories are released per gram when fats/lipids are consumed?
How many calories are released per gram when fats/lipids are consumed?
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Which process involves cells breaking down some nutrients to release energy?
Which process involves cells breaking down some nutrients to release energy?
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Is it true that it takes longer for carbohydrates to be digested than fats?
Is it true that it takes longer for carbohydrates to be digested than fats?
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Which combination demonstrates two incomplete proteins forming a complete protein?
Which combination demonstrates two incomplete proteins forming a complete protein?
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Which fatty acid is not a major building block of fat?
Which fatty acid is not a major building block of fat?
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Why are polyunsaturated fats considered the 'healthiest'?
Why are polyunsaturated fats considered the 'healthiest'?
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Which food category is relatively low in calories but high in nutrients?
Which food category is relatively low in calories but high in nutrients?
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Which monosaccharide is the most commonly used in the body for metabolic processes?
Which monosaccharide is the most commonly used in the body for metabolic processes?
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Which is NOT one of the main roles of fiber?
Which is NOT one of the main roles of fiber?
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