CISSN Exam Questions and Answers
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Explain how carnosine is synthesized within the body. - ANSWER-synthesized by
carnosine synthase from the amino acids L-histidine and beta-alanine
beta-alanine is the rate-limiting precursor
it is degraded by carnosinase
What is a waxy maize starch and what effect does it have on blood glucose? -
ANSWER-it is a slow digestible starch from a special variety of corn found in China
normal corn is made of amylose and amylopectin starches while waxy corn is made
only of amylopectin
consumption of uncooked waxy maize seems to be linked to lower postprandial (after
eating) glucose and insulin concentrations
Based on recent studies, which vitamin shows evidence of positively affecting muscle
function?
Hint: sunshine - ANSWER-Vitamin D
What is needed for gluconeogenesis in humans? Give examples of gluconeogenic
precursors. - ANSWER-stimulated by diabetogenic hormones (glucagon, growth
hormone, epinephrine, cortisol)
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Explain how carnosine is synthesized within the body. - ANSWER-synthesized by
carnosine synthase from the amino acids L-histidine and beta-alanine
beta-alanine is the rate-limiting precursor
it is degraded by carnosinase
What is a waxy maize starch and what effect does it have on blood glucose? -
ANSWER-it is a slow digestible starch from a special variety of corn found in China
normal corn is made of amylose and amylopectin starches while waxy corn is made
only of amylopectin
consumption of uncooked waxy maize seems to be linked to lower postprandial (after
eating) glucose and insulin concentrations
Based on recent studies, which vitamin shows evidence of positively affecting muscle
function?
Hint: sunshine - ANSWER-Vitamin D
What is needed for gluconeogenesis in humans? Give examples of gluconeogenic
precursors. - ANSWER-stimulated by diabetogenic hormones (glucagon, growth
hormone, epinephrine, cortisol)
