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






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






3. 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)






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. 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.)






6. Calories per gram in fat






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






8. Vitamin B - converstion of fats - carbs - and protein into energy






9. 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)






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






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






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






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






14. Calories per gram in fat






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






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






17. Needed in large amounts - calcium - phosphorus - magnesium






18. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






19. Body is ___% water






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






21. Biotin - folate - niacin - pantothenic acid - riboflavin - thaimin - Vitamin B-6 - Vitamin B-12 (encriches and whole grain breads and cereals - dairy products - eggs - fruits and vegetables - lean pork - meat - poultry and fish - dry beans - peas - n






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






31. Calories per gram in carbs






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






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






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






35. Blood is __% water






36. Vitamin B - converstion of fats - carbs - and protein into energy






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






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






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






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






41. Has all 9 essential amino acids - almost all animal sources - (meat poultry - eggs - and dairy products)






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






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






44. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






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






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






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






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






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






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