UCONN EXAM 1 (CH.1-3)
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Absorption - ANSWERProcess of taking substances into the interior of the body
AI (Adequate Intake) - ANSWERa recommended average daily nutrient intake level based on
observed or experimentally determined estimates of nutrient intake by a group of healthy
people
AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range) - ANSWERrecommended range of
carbohydrate, fat, and protein intake expressed as a percentage of total energy
amino acids and proteins - ANSWERfound from animal and plant products
energy: 4 kcal/g
contribute to structure: hormones, immune protein
Anabolic - ANSWERSmaller molecules combine to form complex substances
Animals used for study - ANSWERideal animal model: similar metabolic and digestive processes
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,biochem - ANSWERstudies how nutrients are used to provide energy and how they regulate
biochem reactions in cells
blind study - ANSWERparticipants don't know which group they are in
Carbohydrates - ANSWERsimple and complex
energy: 4 kcal/g
fiber is a carb but body doesn't digest
cardiovascular system - ANSWERheart and blood vessels
Catabolic - ANSWERBreaking down substances for energy
cells - ANSWERextracted from humANSWER or animals grown in a lab
cephalic response - ANSWERSights and sounds and smells of food prepare the digestive system
for arrival of food
cholecytokinin - ANSWERStimulates contraction of gall bladder to expel bile
components of a dietary supplement label - ANSWERany product intended for supplement use
do not have to be regulated by FDA but have DSHEA label
Components of a food label - ANSWERdaily value for a 2,000 kcal diet
serving size
amount per serving
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