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Nutrients Basics

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Helps blood clot - (SPINACH - wheat bran - wheat germ - some fruits - egg yolks - liver)






2. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






3. Major minerals that work together to maintain fluid balance - potassium - sodium - chloride






4. About 20 - 9 essential (one's your body cannot make)






5. Helps build and renew hemoglobin to carry oxygen to cells - (meat poultry fish and dairy - dry beans and peas - SPINACH - dried fruits - enriched grains)






6. Helps blood clot - (SPINACH - wheat bran - wheat germ - some fruits - egg yolks - liver)






7. Responsible for body's use of energy (saltwater fish - iodized salt)






8. Helps heart to work properly (whole grain bread - vegetables - meat - organ meats - fish - shellfish)






9. Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen to body - without it you get anemia (makes you feel tired and weak) - females need more iron because of reproduction






10. Vitamin B - synthesis of fat - glycogen - and amino acids






11. Vitamin B - energy metabolism - maintenence of skin - mucous membranes - and nervous system structures






12. Gives meals texture and flavor - slows down digestive system which makes you feel fuller longer






13. Helps digestive track work properly may protect body from heart disease and cancer






14. Takes water out of the body






15. Helps in energy production - builds and renews bones and teeth - (milk - yogurt - cheese - meat - poultry - fish - egg yolks - whole grain bread and cereals)






16. Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






17. Needed in small amounts - Iron - zinc - copper - iodine - selenium






18. Help maintain the bodys balance of fluid - help with muscle and nerve action - Sodium and Chloride (salt) - Potassium (bananas - grapefruit - vegetables - meat - poultry - fish - dry beans - peas - dairy product)






19. Solid at room temp - animal sources - (butter - fats in meat - poultry and dairy)






20. Supplies energy - promotes healthy skin and normal growth - carries fat soluble vitamins - cushions organs






21. Helps build strong bones and teeth - enhances calcium absorption - (fortified milk - egg yolk - salmon - mackerel - liver - produced from sunlight)






22. Builds and renews bones and teeth - helps nerves and muscles work properly - (whole grain products - SPINACH - dry beans - peas - nuts and seeds)






23. Calories per gram in carbs






24. Mono or disaccharides (apple - twinkie - milk - ect)






25. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






26. Doesn't break down absorbs water and becomes bulky --> regular bowel movements (whole wheat grain products - vegetable / fruit skins)






27. Blood is __% water






28. Gives meals texture and flavor - slows down digestive system which makes you feel fuller longer






29. Helps prevent tooth decay by strengthening teeth (some added to water - toothpaste)






30. Needed in small amounts - Iron - zinc - copper - iodine - selenium






31. Helps build strong bones and teeth - enhances calcium absorption - (fortified milk - egg yolk - salmon - mackerel - liver - produced from sunlight)






32. Promote good health - regulate body processes - are part of blood - teeth - and bones - major minerals - electrolytes - trace minerals






33. Help maintain the bodys balance of fluid - help with muscle and nerve action - Sodium and Chloride (salt) - Potassium (bananas - grapefruit - vegetables - meat - poultry - fish - dry beans - peas - dairy product)






34. Helps protect the body from cell damage - Vitamins A - C - E - B - (fruits - vegetables - whole grain breads and cereals - nuts)






35. Dont has all essential amino acids - (rice & beans - peanut butter & jelly sandwich)






36. Helps build and renew hemoglobin to carry oxygen to cells - (meat poultry fish and dairy - dry beans and peas - SPINACH - dried fruits - enriched grains)






37. Dissolves in water thickens stomach contents (oat products - beans - ect.)






38. Starches and dietary fiber (whole wheat grain products - rice - squash - potatoes - corn - dry beans - peas - lentils)






39. Not fat - high level increases risk for heart problems - body produces some and gets some from diet - found only in animal sources - (meat - poultry - fish - egg yolks - dairy products) - high blood cholesterol is bad - to lower it eat low in saturat






40. Calories per gram in carbs






41. 4 calories per gram - helps body grow - repair itself - and fight disease - too much _____ is stored as fat - (meat poultry - eggs - and dairy products) - (dry beans - peas - nuts - grains)






42. Supplies energy - promotes healthy skin and normal growth - carries fat soluble vitamins - cushions organs






43. DK






44. Mono or disaccharides (apple - twinkie - milk - ect)






45. Helps heal wounds and form blood - helps in growth and maintenance of body tissues - (meat - liver - poultry - fish - dairy products - dry beans - peas - whole grain bread - eggs)






46. Absorbic acids - increases resistance to infection - maintains healthy teeth and gums - helps wounds heal - keeps blood vessels healthy - (citrus fruits - cantaloupes - green peppers - strawberries - kiwi - mangoes - potatoes - broccoli - cabbage)






47. Vitamin B - conversion of carbs into energy - maintenance of appetite and nervous system function






48. Absorbic acids - increases resistance to infection - maintains healthy teeth and gums - helps wounds heal - keeps blood vessels healthy - (citrus fruits - cantaloupes - green peppers - strawberries - kiwi - mangoes - potatoes - broccoli - cabbage)






49. Vital nutrient 1. carries nutrients in body 2. eliminates waste 3. regulates body temp






50. CB - dissolve in water - not stored in body so excess is excreted in urine - too much is bad because kidneys work too hard to remove them