Question 1

The decay of teeth is ________.

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Question 2

The enzyme required to digest the disaccharide lactose into its component monosaccharides is called "________."

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Question 3

High-fructose corn syrup is made of roughly 50% fructose and 50% _______.

Accepted Answer

A)   glucose
B)   maltose
C)   sucrose
D)   galactose
E)   lactoseF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 4

Which protein provides about 20 g of carbohydrate in a half-cup serving?

Accepted Answer

A)   nuts
B)   chicken
C)   red meat
D)   legumes
E)   porkF) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 5

A friend says he is on the "keto diet" and eats no carbohydrates. His body converts his dietary protein to glucose through ________.

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A)   gluconeogenesis
B)   protein-deleting action
C)   ketosis
D)   acid-base balance
E)   hypoglycemiaF) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 6

Which statement about the overconsumption of sugary soft drinks is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   The liquid form of sugar makes it easier to overconsume kcalories.
B)   Sweet beverages cost less than other energy sources and are readily available.
C)   Sweet beverages are energy-dense.
D)   Most people limit sugar-laden soda consumption to 12 oz per day.
E)   Drinking water instead of soda can help a person lose 10 pounds in 1 year.F) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 7

Plant polysaccharides composed of many glucose molecules are ________.

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Question 8

A person eating lots of rolled oats, carrots, and legumes would have a diet with a glycemic index that is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   very low
B)   low
C)   moderate
D)   high
E)   very highF) B) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 9

only after 30 minutes of exercise When is glucose available to supply energy to the brain and other tissues?

Accepted Answer

A)   only after 30 minutes of exercise
B)   only after 60 minutes of exercise
C)   only after eating a meal with carbohydrates
D)   only after eating a low-carbohydrate meal
E)   anytimeF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 10

Approximately how much of the body's total glycogen content is found in the liver?

Accepted Answer

A)   1/10
B)   1/4
C)   1/3
D)   ½
E)   3/4F) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 11

Which sugar is sold only in liquid form and is used as a food additive to help preserve freshness and prevent shrinkage?

Accepted Answer

A)   molasses
B)   invert sugar
C)   turbinado sugar
D)   high-fructose syrup
E)   brown sugarF) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 12

List and briefly discuss ways to reduce the intake of added sugars.

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Use less table sugar on foods and in bev...

Question 13

Which of the following is common indicator of prediabetes?

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A)   Insulin resistance
B)   Severe hunger 4-5 hours after a meal
C)   Bloating and indigestion
D)   More than two episodes/week of Consumption of carbohydratesE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Fibers that have gel-forming properties are ________.

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Question 15

One way to prevent dental caries is to restrict the intake of sugary foods. A more effective way is to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   brush and floss regularly
B)   consume raisins between meals
C)   substitute honey for table sugar
D)   eat smaller portions of snack foods and space them throughout the day
E)   drink hot beverages when eating sugary foodsF) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

Which nonnutritive artificial sweetener is herb-derived and generally recognized as safe?

Accepted Answer

A)   stevia
B)   aspartame
C)   saccharine
D)   sucralose
E)   advantameF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a feature of high-fiber foods?

Accepted Answer

A)   effective in weight control
B)   provide a feeling of fullness
C)   are lower in fat and simple sugars
D)   provide more energy per gram than processed and junk foods
E)   prevent constipation.F) C) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 18

Which statement accurately describes lactose intolerance?

Accepted Answer

A)   Its prevalence is highest among northern Europeans.
B)   Symptoms include bloating, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea.
C)   Most people who claim to be lactose-intolerant have been clinically diagnosed.
D)   Eliminating milk products from the diet is required to alleviate symptoms.
E)   Commercially prepared milk products like Lactaid show no benefits to the lactose-intolerant.F) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 19

Which of the following enzymes begins digestion?

Accepted Answer

A)   amylase
B)   maltase
C)   sucrase
D)   lactase
E)   pancreatic amylaseF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 20

Which statement about hypoglycemia is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is treated with insulin injections.
B)   It is defined as an abnormally low blood glucose concentration.
C)   Symptoms include weakness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, anxiety, hunger, and trembling.
D)   It rarely occurs in otherwise healthy people.
E)   It occurs without notice.F) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Exam 4: The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers

Plant polysaccharides composed of many glucose molecules are ________.

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Which of the following is common indicator of prediabetes?

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The enzyme required to digest the disaccharide lactose into its component monosaccharides is called "________."

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High-fructose corn syrup is made of roughly 50% fructose and 50% _______.

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Which sugar is sold only in liquid form and is used as a food additive to help preserve freshness and prevent shrinkage?

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A person eating lots of rolled oats, carrots, and legumes would have a diet with a glycemic index that is ____.

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Which statement accurately describes lactose intolerance?

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Which statement about hypoglycemia is FALSE?

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Which of the following enzymes begins digestion?

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One way to prevent dental caries is to restrict the intake of sugary foods. A more effective way is to ________.

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The decay of teeth is ________.

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A friend says he is on the "keto diet" and eats no carbohydrates. His body converts his dietary protein to glucose through ________.

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Fibers that have gel-forming properties are ________.

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Approximately how much of the body's total glycogen content is found in the liver?

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Which statement about the overconsumption of sugary soft drinks is FALSE?

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of high-fiber foods?

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List and briefly discuss ways to reduce the intake of added sugars.

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Which nonnutritive artificial sweetener is herb-derived and generally recognized as safe?

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only after 30 minutes of exercise When is glucose available to supply energy to the brain and other tissues?

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