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Get faster at matching terms Study guide for nutrition exam 3 at Washington State University, Bethany Marshall Terms in this set (98)The lipid that makes up the most lipids in our body is: Triglyceride This is an important component of cell membranes, forming a lipid bilayer by orienting the water-soluble portion towards the water environment. Phospholipid The majority of _____ is located in the cell membranes, but is also part of myelin, the insulating coating on nerve cells. Cholesterol _____, when consumed in the diet, can help reduce blood cholesterol levels. Plant sterols The phospholipid lecithin is used to synthesize: Acetylcholine _____ is needed in the body to make vitamin D, bile acids, and cortisol. Cholesterol Which of the
following is characteristic of essential fatty acids? The body cannot make these at all or insufficient quantities to meet the body's needs
The majority of lipid digestion occurs in the: Small intestine Particles formed in the small intestines when the products of fat digestion are surrounded by bile are: Micelles Lipids that are consumed in the diet are absorbed into the intestinal mucosal cells. From here, all of the following molecules, with the exception of ____, are not soluble in water, are are thus packaged for transport. Small fatty acids After long-chain fatty acids have been absorbed into the mucosal cells, they are re-assembled into: Triglycerides Which of the following are absorbed without digestion? Fat-soluble vitamins An enzyme that digests lipids: Lipase Bile is: Produced by the liver, stored in the gallbladder, and released in the small intestines Which of the following is not a component of lipoprotein? Bile Since chylomicrons are too large to enter the capillaries in the small intestines, they pass into the: Lymph HDL's: return cholesterol from other lipoproteins and body cells to the liver Lipoprotein lipase breaks down the triglycerides in the chylomicrons into: Fatty acids and glycerol The remains of chylomicrons: travel to the liver to be disassembled Which two lipoproteins deliver triglycerides to body cells? Chylomicrons and VLDL Which lipoprotein contains the highest proportion of protein? HDL Which lipoprotein contains the highest proportion of cholesterol? LDL Which lipoprotein has the highest proportion of triglyceride? Chylomicron Which lipoprotein picks up cholesterol from other lipoproteins and body cells and returns it to the liver? HDL High levels of ____ in the blood are associated with a reduction in the risk of heart diseases HDL Which of
the following is not a function of lipids in the body? Absorption of water-soluble vitamins The typical American diet has a ratio of omega-6 fatty acids to omega-3 fatty acids that is: higher in the amounts of omega-6 versus omega-3 fatty acids for optimal health Which of the following statements is false about omega-3 fatty acids? High amounts in the diet in cream inflammation The ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids impacts the production of which hormone-like molecule that helps regulates blood clotting? Eicosanoids Adipose tissue is the best described as: Stored triglycerides Fates of triglycerides include all of the following except: Source of immediate energy If there is not enough carbohydrate available in cells to allow the acetyl-CoA to enter the citric acid cycle, it will be used to make _____. Ketones Research indicates that the initiation of atherosclerosis may be related to
all of the following except: Low blood pressure _____ is the body mass attributed to non-fat body components, such as bone, muscle, and internal organs Lean body mass William has a BMI of 26.5 kg/m2. He would be classified as: Overweight _____ measures an electric current traveling through the body and is used to determine body composition. Bioelectrical impedance Which of the following is NOT a method of determining body composition? Body mass index The desire to consume specific foods is called Appetite Which of the following characteristics regarding energy balance is FALSE? The location and proximity of fast-food or quick-service restaurants has no effect on the BMI of individuals who live in those communities For most people, the majority of their total energy expenditures is from their Basal metabolism In general, non-exercise activity thermogenesis varies ____ between adult individuaks Tremendously Which of the following statements is FALSE? All of these statements are true Which of the following would have an increased BMR? All of these would have increased basal metabolic rates Which of the following does NOT factor into calculating an individual's EER? Ethnicity Research has found that the vast majority of variation in BMI is attributed to an individual's Genetic makeup Which of the following physiological signals isn't indicative of satiation? Increase in pH of the stomach from the pH of the food entering Peptide YY ____ appetite and gherkin ____ appetite. Decreases, increases Gherlin is involved in ____ body weight regulation and leptin is involved with ____ body weight regulation Short-term, long-term Leptin is produced by Adipocytes (fat cells) According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, for those who need to lose weight or have lost weight and want to keep it off, ____ minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week is recommended 150 Which of the following is characteristic of a healthy weight loss diet? Promoting physical activity Which of the following common dieting methods would most likely promote long-term weight loss? Exchange lists Which of the
following statements regarding weight loss drugs is FALSE? Weight loss usually continues, even after you stop taking the drugs, as long as you have taken the drugs for 8 weeks Which of the following methods of weight-loss surgery would you expect would NOT receive medical reimbursement? Liposuction ____ limits the amount of food that can be consumed Adjustable gastric banding The most common eating disorder is Anorexia nervosa Which of the following is characteristic of anorexia nervosa but not of bulimia nervosa? Loss of menstruation The typical age of onset of bulimia nervosa is Adolescence/young adults Which of the following is/are factors that contribute to eating disorders? All of these can contribute to an eating disorder Which of the following individuals would best meet the criteria for bariatric surgery? Julia, a 52 year old woman with a BMI of 42 and high blood pressure The amount of a particular vitamin in a food depends on all of the following EXCEPT How much of the food is consumed If the diet is chronically low in fat-soluble vitamins, the bioavailability of which vitamins will be impacted the most? Vitamins A and D Which of the following is/are antioxidants? All of these nutrients serve as antioxidants Which of the following vitamins must be included on the food label? Vitamin A and C The active ____ coenzyme is need to convert pyruvate into acetyl-CoA Thiamin Which of the following statements regarding
thiamin is true? Alcoholics are particularly susceptible to thiamin deficiency because thiamin
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of pellagra? Diabetes Niacin is synthesized in the body from the amino acid Tryptophan Vitamin ____ is important for amino acid synthesis and protein metabolism B6 Vitamin B12 deficiency is particularly problematic because It prevents folate from being converted to one of its active forms Folate coenzymes are needed for the synthesis of DNA and metabolism of some amino acids When vitamin C intake is below 10 mg per day, the symptoms of ____ begin to appear Scurvy A family member has been taking vitamin C supplements, but is now wondering if he should continue to spend money on these supplements. What have you learned about vitamin C that might help them with an evidence-based decision? Excessive supplementation can cause diarrhea and can interfere with drugs prescribed to slow blood clotting The symptoms of vitamin C deficiency include gums that swell and bleed. Why does this occur? There is reduced collagen synthesis The process whereby immature cells change in structure and function to become specialized cells is called Cell differentiation Vitamin D deficiency disease in children is called Rickets Active ____ is required to maintain normal blood calcium and phosphorus levels Vitamin D Vitamin E protects membranes in red blood cells, white blood cells, nerve cells, and lung cells. Why are these cells in particular in need of high amounts of vitamin E? Oxygen concentrations in these cells are high In its role as an antioxidant, ____ guards cell membranes, body proteins, DNA, and cholesterol, and thius helps prevent heart disease, cancer, macular degeneration, and other chronic diseases Vitamin E Witha severe deficiency of ____, even a bruise or small scratch could cause you to bleed to death Vitamin K The best way to ensure that you meet your nutrient needs without taking dietary supplements is to Eat a variety of foods daily The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act accomplished what? The defined the term dietary supplement AND created standards for labeling products. Women of childbearing age should consume ____ daily from fortified foods or supplements Folic acid Weight-loss supplements that contains soluble fiber are proven to reduce weight. True or false? False Eating disorders commonly begin in adolescences. True or false? True Eating disorders can be fatal. True or false? True Women are more likely than men to have an eating disorder. True or false? True The major complications of binge-eating disorder are the health problems associated with obesity. True or false? True Athletes, both male and female, are at high risk for eating disorders. True or false? True Although men currently represent a small percentage of people with eating disorders, the numbers are still increasing. True or false? True Overweight and obesity is not on the rise in low-income and middle-income countries. True or false? False Obesity tends to be more common in rural versus urban settings. True or false? False Premature infants are at a higher risk of vitamin E deficiency than full-term babies. True or false? True Vitamin K is used more rapidly than other fat-soluble vitamins, so a constant supply is necessary. True or false? True To ensure normal blood clotting, newborn babies are typically given a vitamin K injection. True or false? True Dietary supplements provide energy, protein, minerals, and phytochemicals in addition to vitamins. True or false? False Smokers have higher vitamin C needs than nonsmoker. True or false? True The FDA approved the safety and effectiveness of supplements before they are marketed. True or false? False Sets with similar termsNutrition Test 3100 terms Kendall_Iverson Ch 5,7,9 Bio 14098 terms dillon_edwards BIO 140 Exam 3100 terms matt_hund FSHN 120 Test 1 Spring 2016104 terms joeyfay Sets found in the same folderNutrition: Chapter 559 terms mcoop5 Chapter 553 terms alexoliverrr Nutrition Exam 284 terms Geli_Roll Chapter 1 Basic Nutrition67 terms Mayreny_Perez Other sets by this creatorpromotion board280 terms alexa_linville army programs10 terms alexa_linville regulations and programs24 terms alexa_linville Promotion Board - Army, Army Leadership, Customs a…93 terms alexa_linville
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What is an associated characteristic of bulimia nervosa but not anorexia nervosa?People living with anorexia and bulimia use strategies to avoid gaining weight or reduce their weight. People with anorexia may avoid eating altogether, whereas people with bulimia have episodes of binge eating and then purge their body of food. Eating disorders often occur alongside other mental health conditions.
Which of the following is characteristics of anorexia nervosa?Anorexia nervosa is characterized by emaciation, a relentless pursuit of thinness and unwillingness to maintain a normal or healthy weight, a distortion of body image and intense fear of gaining weight, a lack of menstruation among girls and women, and extremely disturbed eating behavior.
What is a characteristic of persons with anorexia or bulimia?Bulimia nervosa is similar to anorexia nervosa in that it is also characterized by harm avoidance. Individuals with bulimia nervosa are more likely to exhibit shyness, pessimistic thinking, excessive worry and doubt and are easily fatigued.
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