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Why food is better than supplements correct answers Phytochemicals/phytonutrients Other bioactive food compounds that may aid in nutrient absorption Fiber Variety of nutrients Calories/ gram of carbs correct answers 4 calories/gram Cal/gram of protein correct answers 4 calories/gram cal/gram of fat correct answers 9 calories/gram What does AMDR stand for correct answers Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges how many carbs should you eat per day correct answers 45-65 percent how much protein should you eat/day correct answers 10-35 percent how much fat should you eat/day correct answers 20-35 percent How food is digested and absorbed mechanically correct answers 1.) mouth (chewing) 2.) stomach peristalsis/churning 3.) small intestine Peristalsis waves continue to churn food The health benefits of insoluble fiber and food sources correct answers Moves food along Moves toxin along (and out) Makes you feel full longer ex:Wheat bran, Brown rice, Whole grains", Some parts fruit & vegetables, Some nuts/seeds The health benefits of soluble fiber and food sources correct answers Slows absorption of glucose Feed beneficial bacteria Make you feel full longer Decreases cholesterol ex: Oats, Legumes/beans, Some parts of fruit & vegetables, Some nuts/seeds How LDL is associated with health outcomes correct answers Transports cholesterol from the liver to the body's tissues, want it low How LDL is associated with health outcomes correct answers Transports cholesterol from the body's tissues to the liver, want it low