Essentials in Nutrition 2023/2024
Essentials in Nutrition 2023/2024 Name two sphincters discussed in the module and using your own words, briefly describe their functions. - CORRECT The esophageal sphincter prevents the contents of the stomach from reentering the esophagus. The pyloric sphincter controls the release of chyme into the small intestines from the stomach. The ileocecal sphincter prevents the contents of the large intestine from entering the small intestine. Define peristalsis. Is this an example of chemical or mechanical digestion? - CORRECT Peristalsis is muscular contractions that move the food mixture along the GI tract while it mixes with a variety of enzymes and other chemicals. It is an example of mechanical digestion. Carbohydrates can be classified as monosaccharides, disaccharides, polysaccharides and fiber. Match the following with the descriptions. a. Monosaccharides b. Disaccharides c. Insoluble Fiber d. Soluble Fiber e. Functional Fiber An example is galactose Promotes intestinal health and is added to foods Not broken down by bacteria in the GI tract Maltose and sucrose are examples Dissolves and provide satiety - CORRECT A -An example is galactose E -Promotes intestinal health and is added to foods C -Not broken down by bacteria in the GI tract B -Maltose and sucrose are examples D -Dissolves and provide satiety
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