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Proteases, amylases, and lipases are responsible for the digestion of
dietary proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. They are known as:
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hormones antibodies
electrolytes enzymes
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,Would it be a good idea for a patient that suffer from liver or kidney
disease to consume a diet high in protein? Why?
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No (it is usually around 40% of what a patient had w/ natural teeth)
Because their most efficient function is to provide energy to the body so that
protein can be used for rebuilding and repairing tissues
No, if these organs are not functioning at a healthy level high protein diets
would be very taxing on them as this is where protein is filtered and broken
down
• Fluorapatite requires a pH of 4.5 before breakdown occurs (less soluble
which makes the tooth more resistant to caries)
• Hydroxyl ions in hydroxyapatite demineralize at a pH of 5.5
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Adequate fiber intake for men and women:
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, 4 kcal/gm
men: 38 g/daily
women: 25 g/daily
9 kcal/gm
increasing whole grain (fiber) consumption can have a positive effect on caries
because a diet high in fiber decreases the potential for acidic ph changes
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As adults age their caloric intake should decrease because:
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muscle mass increases with age physical activity levels increase
basal metabolic rate (BMR) digestive enzymes become more
decreases as well active
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The majority of our nutrients are absorbed here:
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small intestine large intestine
stomach colon
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The Guidelines that offer nutrient adequacy for groups of a population
rather than individuals are:
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acceptable macronutrient distribution
range (amdr) dietary reference intakes (dri)