NUSCTX 10 UC BERKELEY MIDTERM EXAM 2025 LATEST
NUSCTX 10 UC BERKELEY MIDTERM EXAM 2025 LATEST UPDATE WITH
QUESTIONS AND GUARANTEED ACCURATE ANSWERS
Microsomal Ethanol Oxidizing System - ANSWER-The second major pathway for ethanol
metabolism.
Lipogenesis - ANSWER-Making fat from nonfat substances
Mostly occurs in liver cells
If excess calories are consumed, carbohydrates can be converted to fatty acids
Alcohol Breakdown - ANSWER-The major route of alcohol breakdown produces acetaldehyde,
creates free radicals, and increases oxidative stress in the tissues.
Dopamine - ANSWER-The primary neurotransmitter in the brain pathway that mediates
motivation and reward
Alcoholic Cirrhosis - ANSWER-An irreversible condition in which fibrous scar tissue replaces
normal liver tissue and interferes with liver function.
Alcohol and Malnutrition - ANSWER-Alcohol might replace more nutrient-dense energy sources
Alcohol intake > 30% of calories results in decrease in macronutrient consumption
Alcohol may interfere with nutrient absorption by causing GI tract inflammation
Alcohol may decrease absorption of Vitamin C
A Standard Drink - ANSWER-12 oz beer, alcoholic lemonade, alcoholic carbonated drink
10 oz wine cooler
5 oz wine
1.5 oz hard liquor
, NUSCTX 10 UC BERKELEY MIDTERM EXAM 2025 LATEST
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome - ANSWER-Head circumference < 10th percentile
Intellectual development
Attention deficit disorder
Impaired motor skills
Hyperactivity
Neurosensory hearing loss
Problems with reasoning and judgement
Learning disabilities
Inability to appreciate consequences
Impaired visual/spatial skills
Memory problems
Delayed development
Attachment concerns
Moderate Alcohol Consumption - ANSWER-Antioxidant
Cardiovascular system
Increase in HDL cholesterol
Excessive Alcohol Consumption - ANSWER-Obesity
Malnutrition
Liver cirrhosis
Mucosal damage
Decreases absorption due to inflammation
Effects of Rising Levels of Alcohol on the Brain - ANSWER-Impairment of:
, NUSCTX 10 UC BERKELEY MIDTERM EXAM 2025 LATEST
Judgement
Reasoning centers
Speech centers
Voluntary muscular control
Reflexes
Respiration and heart action
Functional Foods - ANSWER-Provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition
Phytochemical - ANSWER-Substances found in plants that have health-promoting properties
Responsible for the health-promoting properties afforded by a variety of natural functional
foods
Zoochemicals - ANSWER-Health-promoting substance found in animal foods
Food Synergy Level - ANSWER-Level 5
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 1
What is a Healthful Body Weight? - ANSWER-Weight that is appropriate for your age and
physical development
Weight that you can achieve and sustain without severely curtailing your food intake or
constantly dieting
Weight that is based on your genetic background and family history of body shape and weight
NUSCTX 10 UC BERKELEY MIDTERM EXAM 2025 LATEST UPDATE WITH
QUESTIONS AND GUARANTEED ACCURATE ANSWERS
Microsomal Ethanol Oxidizing System - ANSWER-The second major pathway for ethanol
metabolism.
Lipogenesis - ANSWER-Making fat from nonfat substances
Mostly occurs in liver cells
If excess calories are consumed, carbohydrates can be converted to fatty acids
Alcohol Breakdown - ANSWER-The major route of alcohol breakdown produces acetaldehyde,
creates free radicals, and increases oxidative stress in the tissues.
Dopamine - ANSWER-The primary neurotransmitter in the brain pathway that mediates
motivation and reward
Alcoholic Cirrhosis - ANSWER-An irreversible condition in which fibrous scar tissue replaces
normal liver tissue and interferes with liver function.
Alcohol and Malnutrition - ANSWER-Alcohol might replace more nutrient-dense energy sources
Alcohol intake > 30% of calories results in decrease in macronutrient consumption
Alcohol may interfere with nutrient absorption by causing GI tract inflammation
Alcohol may decrease absorption of Vitamin C
A Standard Drink - ANSWER-12 oz beer, alcoholic lemonade, alcoholic carbonated drink
10 oz wine cooler
5 oz wine
1.5 oz hard liquor
, NUSCTX 10 UC BERKELEY MIDTERM EXAM 2025 LATEST
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome - ANSWER-Head circumference < 10th percentile
Intellectual development
Attention deficit disorder
Impaired motor skills
Hyperactivity
Neurosensory hearing loss
Problems with reasoning and judgement
Learning disabilities
Inability to appreciate consequences
Impaired visual/spatial skills
Memory problems
Delayed development
Attachment concerns
Moderate Alcohol Consumption - ANSWER-Antioxidant
Cardiovascular system
Increase in HDL cholesterol
Excessive Alcohol Consumption - ANSWER-Obesity
Malnutrition
Liver cirrhosis
Mucosal damage
Decreases absorption due to inflammation
Effects of Rising Levels of Alcohol on the Brain - ANSWER-Impairment of:
, NUSCTX 10 UC BERKELEY MIDTERM EXAM 2025 LATEST
Judgement
Reasoning centers
Speech centers
Voluntary muscular control
Reflexes
Respiration and heart action
Functional Foods - ANSWER-Provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition
Phytochemical - ANSWER-Substances found in plants that have health-promoting properties
Responsible for the health-promoting properties afforded by a variety of natural functional
foods
Zoochemicals - ANSWER-Health-promoting substance found in animal foods
Food Synergy Level - ANSWER-Level 5
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 1
What is a Healthful Body Weight? - ANSWER-Weight that is appropriate for your age and
physical development
Weight that you can achieve and sustain without severely curtailing your food intake or
constantly dieting
Weight that is based on your genetic background and family history of body shape and weight
