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BIOL121 / BIOL 121 Module 2 (Latest
Update ) Nutrition |
Questions & Answers | Grade A | 100%
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which type of diffusion can move nutrients against the concentration from an

area of low concentration to an area of high concentration?

a. osmosis

b. facilitated diffusion

c. active transport

d. passive transport

c. active transport

types of stimulus and example

cognition - thought of food cause saliva

sound - hearing a description of a meal

odor - smell stimulates a hunger response

appearance - seeing the food

taste - begins as the food enters the mouth and how it feels

What is peristalsis?

Involuntary muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.

inner most layer of GI tract

mucosa

what comprises the outer layers of the GI tract?

,circular and longitudinal muscles

starting at the oral cavity, list the path of food it would travel to reach the anus

mouth/oral cavity--> esophagus-->stomach-->small intestine-->large intestine(colon)--

>rectum-->anus

T/F: The gallbladder produces bile for digestion and excess is stored in the liver.

False, the liver produces bile for digestion of fat and it is stored in the gallbladder

T/F: Gastrin is a vital glycoprotein produced in the stomach and is necessary for

the B12 to be absorbed

False, intrinsic factor is a vital glycoprotein produced in the stomach and is necessary

for the B12 to be absorbed



Gastrin is a hormone that increases the concentration of acid in the stomach

match the digestive disorders to its description or characteristics:

constipation

diarrhea

diverticulosis

IBS

peptic ulcer

constipation - slow movement of fecal matter through large intestine



diarrhea - loose, watery and frequent stool



diverticulosis - small pouches that push out through weak spots in the colon

, IBS - associated with bloating, abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea, and/or constipation



peptic ulcer - sores that develop along the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine

List a dietary treatment for diverticulosis

increase fiber intake

list a dietary treatment for IBS

therapy includes frequent small meals, low fat meals, high fiber intake, probiotics, and

avoiding foods that trigger symptoms: gas producing foods (such as beans), milk

products, alcohol, caffeine, and fat

List a dietary treatment for constipation.

Eating high fiber foods, such as whole grains, dried and fresh fruits and vegetables, and

nuts, will stimulate the large intestinal muscles. Individuals should also increase the

amount of liquids consumed.

List a dietary treatment ulcers or peptic ulcer

Aside from avoiding foods that increase the symptoms, diet changes are often subtle.

Treatment is largely based on lifestyle changes and medical treatment.

Which of the following is not true concerning blood sugar regulation?

excess glucose is stored as glycogen

low blood sugar is called hyperglycemia

glucagon and insulin are responsible for blood glucose control

the pancreas influences blood sugar regulation

glucagon helps to raise blood sugar levels

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