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Describe the parts of the vascular lymphatic system that are involved in digestion and absorption of
water-soluble and fat-soluble nutrients. Note the organs that each type reach first and the health
implications. - correct answers Water-soluble nutrients are absorbed directly into the blood stream from
the GI tract through out the body. Once a nutrient has entered the bloodstream it may be transported
to any of the cell in the body. The lymphatic collects fluid from the GI tract and uses the bloodstream to
send the nutrients towards the heart
Explain the fat cell theory of obesity - correct answers Weight can increase the number of fat cells in the
body
How does consumption of fiber and protein induce satiation and satiety? - correct answers (stretch
receptors and slow gastric emptying)
Fiber increases satiety while reducing calories.
Protein lowers CCK.
Outline the recommendation for a successful weight-loss diet. - correct answers -Since it is best to lose
between 1 and 2 lbs a week
-Consume 500-700 kcalories/day
-I would suggest a lower calorie diet and have some physical activity everyday. Drinking lots of water is
also very important in weight loss. Eat foods with protein, grains, and low carbs.
What is the kcalorie value of a meal supplying 110 g of carbohydrates, 25 g of protein, 20 g of fat, and 5
g of alcohol? - correct answers 755 kcal
Bob consumes about 2500 kcalories per day, which is apportioned as 150 g of fat, 140 g of carbohydrate,
and 150 g of protein. What would be the appropriate revisions to help Bob adjust his nutrient intake so
that it matches the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges? - correct answers 70 g fat, 156 g
protein, 313 g carbohydrate
, A high risk of weight related health problem is seen in women whose waist circumference begins to
exceed ______________. - correct answers 35 inches
According to the FDA, a food label that reads "improves memory" is an example of a ________. - correct
answers Structure-function claim
Among the following, which has the greatest power to suppress hunger?
- French fries
- Cookies
- Potato chips
- Apples
- Doughnuts - correct answers Apples
Based on the classic rule of thumb, what would be the approximate weight gain of a person who
consumes an excess of 500 kcalories daily for one month? - correct answers 4 lbs
Gram for gram, which class of nutrient provides the most energy? - correct answers fats
If a dancer and a typist are the same height and have the exact same body build, the dancer will be
heavier because she has _____________. - correct answers more muscle mass
Kcalories from which food would be considered part of one's discretionary kcalorie allowance?
- Watermelon
- Jam
- Pudding - correct answers jam
Nutrient dense refers to foods that _________. - correct answers provide more nutrients relative to
kcalories
On a food label, the "% Daily Value" table compares key nutrients per serving for a person consuming
how many kcalories daily? - correct answers 2000