Nutrition FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS and ANSWERS(RATED A+)

What are the six groups of essential nutrients? - ANSWER carbs, fats and oils, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water Carbs, fats, proteins: calculate energy contribution Ex: convert grams to kcals. - ANSWER What is nutrient density? - ANSWER the relative amount of nutrients per amount of energy (calories) Which part of a food label is the primary tool for determining the healthfulness of the product? - ANSWER nutrition facts panel Which hormone is considered a physiological "hunger hormone"? - ANSWER ghrelin Where in your body does the majority of the digestion and absorption of food occur? - ANSWER the small intestine Where are the major storage sites for glycogen in the body? - ANSWER in our muscles and liver What best describes the glycemic index? Pg. 123 - ANSWER the system that assigns ratings (or values) for the potential of foods to raise blood glucose and insulin levels foods with high glycemic index=cause sudden surge in blood glucose which triggers large increase in insulin followed by a drop in blood glucose low glycemic index= cause fluctuations in blood glucose. What is the primary form of fat in the diet? - ANSWER triglycerides Which fatty acids are solid and which are liquid at room temperature? Pg.151 - ANSWER saturated fats are solid at room temp and unsaturated are liquid at room temp What element makes protein different from carbohydrate and fat? - ANSWER nitrogen Which of the following is the MOST complete protein from a plant source? - ANSWER soybeans and quinoa Up to what percentage of an adult's healthy body weight is fluid? Pg. 236 - ANSWER 50-70% Which electrolytes