Which nutrient plays a vital part in the digestion, assimilation (metabolism) and oxidation ?
Fats
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Minerals
Obesity may lead to:
Lung cancer
Kidney failure
Coronary heart disease
Indigestion
Which is a rich source of calcium, iron and B-carotene and vitamin C, riboflavin and folic acid?
Leafy vegetables
Cereals
Grains
Pulses
In which way can we save the nutrients in food?
Microwave cooking
Frying
Roasting
Baking
Which method is used to preserve food by slowing down the growth and reproduction of micro-organisms?
Freezing
Adding sugar
Adding preservatives
Refrigeration
What is the value of dietary fiber?
Helps prevent constipation
Helps prevent hemorrhoids and diverticulosis
Lowers LDLs
All of the above
Which vitamin is essential in bone growth?
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
What does it mean when a food is described as essential?
It forms the base of the food guide pyramid.
It is required as an amino acid.
It can be synthesized by the liver.
It must be eaten as part of our diet and cannot be synthesized.
Essential amino acids must be consumed in the diet. Nonessential amino acids:
are stored in body fat until needed.
can be taken as supplements in a multiple vitamin.
can be synthesized in the body.
are seldom used.
Why must all diets contain some protein?
They are very high in calories.
They are very expensive.
They can be used over and over as coenzymes.
They are vital component of body tissues,enzymes, and immune cells.
