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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. Calories per gram in carbs






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






3. DK






4. Builds and renews bones and teeth - regulates heartbeat - muscles - and nerves - (milk - yogurt - cheese - SPINACH - canned fish w/ edible bones - dry beans - calcium fortified)






5. ADEK - dissolve in fat - are stored in fat and liver - too much is toxic






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






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






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






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






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






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 Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






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






13. Calories per gram in carbs






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






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 Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






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






17. Blood is __% water






18. We lose ___ quarts of water every day - need to drink 2 quarts (8 cups) of fluid each day






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






20. 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)






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






22. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






23. Vitamin B - amino acid metablosim - new cell synthesis - prevents birth defects






24. Body is ___% water






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






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






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






28. Broken down into glucose and stored






29. Build body tissue - regulate body processes - help other nutrients do their jobs - body cannot make energy without vitamins






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






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






32. Promotes growth - promotes health skin & hair - helps eyes adjust to darkness - helps body resist infection - (dairy products - SPINACH - carrots - pumpkin - winter squash cantaloupe peaches - ect.)






33. Calories per gram in fat






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






35. DK






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






37. Vitamin B - metabolism of fats - carbs - and proteins






38. 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)






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






40. Builds and renews bones and teeth - regulates heartbeat - muscles - and nerves - (milk - yogurt - cheese - SPINACH - canned fish w/ edible bones - dry beans - calcium fortified)






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






42. Takes water out of the body






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






44. ADEK - dissolve in fat - are stored in fat and liver - too much is toxic






45. Protects other nutrients from damage - helps form red blood cells & muscles - (vegetable oils - whole grain bread and cereal - SPINACH - dry beans and peas - nuts and seeds)






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






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






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






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






50. Liquid at room temp - plant sources - (vegetable oils - nuts - olives - avacadoes)