Chapter 16 study guide Flashcards
Well-nourished persons are usually better able to do what, compared to poorly nourished individuals?
Ward off infections
______ are the components of food that are needed by the body.
Nutrients
The _______ focuses on the amount of essential nutrients that are needed by individuals on a daily basis in order to prevent deficiency diseases
Recommended dietary allowance
How many sections are in the USDA guide to primary food groups known as MyPlate?
5
Which of the following nutrients is the chief source of energy for the body?
Complex Carbohydrates
Which of the following is true of complex carbohydrates?
Complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains, vegetables, and fruits
Any food that contains sugars or other carbs that can be metabolized by bacteria in plaque is described as being:
Cariogenic
What is used in the building and repair process of body tissue?
Proteins
Which of the following choices will support life and normal growth if it is the sole source of protein in the diet?
Complete protein
What vitamins can prevent cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries?
Vitamins C and E
What nutrient is known as the forgotten nutrient?
Water
On food labels, ingredients are listed in _______ order to indicate the proportions of ingredients.
Descending order of weight
Foods with the _________ label must have been grown without the use of chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers.
organic
Which of the following is an eating disorder characterized by severe wear on the lingual surfaces of the teeth caused by stomach acid from repeated vomiting?
Bulimia
Which of the following is most easily digested and absorbed into the body:
Simple Sugars
Complex Carbs
Water Soluble fiber
Insoluble Fiber
Simple sugars
