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MATCHING a.5.6 b.130 c.200 d.Pectin e.Insulin f.Mouth g.Starch h.Sucrose i.Lactose j.Lignin k.Sorbitol l.Glycogen m.Glucagon n.Cellulose o.Hydrolysis p.HFCS q.Epinephrine r.Condensation s.Small intestine t.Large intestine -RDA for carbohydrates (grams)

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What type of fibre is readily digested by colonic bacteria?


A) lignans
B) phytates
C) cellulose
D) fermentable

E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

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Which of the following is associated with teens who regularly consume sugary beverages versus teens who infrequently consume such beverages?


A) lower daily energy intake
B) increased risk of being overweight
C) suppressed appetite.
D) higher calcium intakes

E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

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What glycemic index category would include yogurt and cheese?


A) low
B) moderate
C) high
D) very high

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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What is the DRI for fibre for a person consuming 2500 kcalories?


A) 5 g
B) 15 g
C) 25 g
D) 35 g

E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

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Which component of just ripened bananas escapes digestion and absorption in the small intestine?


A) fructose
B) fermentable carbohydrate
C) resistant starch
D) amylose

E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

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Which of the following is similar between water-soluble and water-insoluble fibres?


A) Both are found in animal-derived foods as well as plant foods.
B) Both consist primarily of non-starch polysaccharides.
C) Both lower glucose absorption from the GI tract.
D) Both promote regular bowel movements.

E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

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Which of the following ingredients listed on food labels would be acceptable to the person who is highly intolerant to lactose in the diet?


A) whey
B) casein
C) dextrins
D) milk solids

E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

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You have just arrived at a lunch buffet and are faced with many choices. Although each of the following portions provides about 200 kcalories, which is most nutrient dense?


A) 3 slices of whole-wheat bread
B) 6 slices of avocado
C) 250 mL sports drink
D) 500mL soft drink

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Which of the following is a typical response in people following a low-carbohydrate diet?


A) They often complain of diet-induced diarrhea.
B) They experience frequent bouts of hyperglycemia.
C) Total weight loss after 1 year is the same as in people on conventional diets.
D) They lose about the same amount of weight as people on conventional diets for the first 6 months.

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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What is the primary organ that converts fructose to glucose following absorption?


A) liver
B) pancreas
C) skeletal muscle
D) small intestines

E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

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Which of the components of aspartame is a concern for individuals with the inborn error of metabolism known as PKU?


A) aspartic acid
B) methyl group
C) phenylalanine
D) nitrogen

E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

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Which of the following describes the glycemic index of foods?


A) a way of ranking foods according to their potential to increase blood glucose
B) the newest, most practical means for planning diets for people with diabetes
C) a well-utilized, highly valued mechanism to control the intake of simple sugars
D) a measure of the percentage of digestible carbohydrates in relation to total energy content of the food

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Which of the following is described as a non-starch polysaccharide?


A) lactose
B) tannin in tea
C) amylose
D) cellulose

E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

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MATCHING a.5.6 b.130 c.200 d.Pectin e.Insulin f.Mouth g.Starch h.Sucrose i.Lactose j.Lignin k.Sorbitol l.Glycogen m.Glucagon n.Cellulose o.Hydrolysis p.HFCS q.Epinephrine r.Condensation s.Small intestine t.Large intestine -Disaccharide containing fructose

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What is the predominant sweetener used in formulating beverages?


A) glucose
B) sucrose
C) invert sugar
D) high-fructose corn syrup

E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

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In a person with type 2 diabetes, which of the following foods would ordinarily promote the least favourable glycemic effect?


A) chocolate
B) ice cream
C) baked potato
D) baked beans

E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

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Based on height, weight, age, and physical activity level, you have calculated that you should be consuming about 2000 kcalories per day. Which of the following portions is closest to the upper limit suggested by the World Health Organization for added sugars in your diet?


A) 10 tsp brown sugar
B) 15 tsp jam
C) 20 tsp honey
D) 8 - 5 gram hard candies

E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

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Which of these parts of the digestive system is the primary absorption site for digestible carbohydrates?


A) mouth
B) stomach
C) small intestine
D) large intestine

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Compare and contrast the terms total fibre, dietary fibre, and functional fibre.

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