Nutrition Questions
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The major electrolyte found inside cells is
Fat molecules enter into the bloodstream through the
process by which nutrients are taken into the cells that line the GI tract
A plant based protein that is a complete protein is
Cretinism is a disorder in children who are born to mothers with a deficiency of which nutrient during the pregnancy?
Two amino acids joined together are called a
What would cause an increase in BEE due to rapid growth?
The name of the protective tissue that covers the trachea when you swallow to prevent aspiration is
For the elderly, food choices should reflect a decline in caloric density and a greater emphasis on
Which form of PEM is common is children 18-24 months who have been rapidly weaned off breast milk to a diet high in carbs and low in protein
The amount of energy required by the body for maintenance of life when a person is at complete digestive, physical, and emotional rest is referred to as
The fingerlike projections in the small intestines that ensure maximal absorption of nutrients is called
When energy expenditure exceeds energy intake, the result is
Compared with the pH in the small intestines, the pH in the stomach is
Proteins that facilitate chemical reactions are
Protein plays an important role in the body in
The sum of body processes involved in converting food into energy is called
A total number of calories is a snack that contains 15 grams of carbs, 5 grams of protein and 5 grams of fat is
An excessive amount of dietary fat can increase the risk for
The recommended amount of total fat in a person's diet should not exceed which percentage of daily calories