Chapter 7 (Section E)

Question 1

Pantothenic Acid’s primary role is as a component of coenzyme

Answer 1

A (CoA)

Question 2

Pantothenic Acid (B5) toxicity begins at doses of

Answer 2

10 to 20 mg daily

Question 2

Mega dosing pantothenic acid may be beneficial how many days prior to an athletic event?

Answer 2

7 to 14 days

Question 3

Term used to describe the effects of choline and other substances that prevent deposition of fat in the liver

Answer 3

lipotropic

Question 4

Choline is a component of:

Answer 4

the phospholipid, phosphatidylcholine (lecithin), and a part of all cell membranes and lipoproteins

Question 5

Classified as neither fat or water soluble, but important in cellular metabolism and body processes

Answer 5

vitamin like compounds

Question 6

Choline is used by the body to make which neurotransmitter?

Answer 6

acetylcholine

Question 7

What is acetylcholine critical for?

Answer 7

optimal functioning of the nervous system

Question 8

What can deplete the supply of choline?

Answer 8

exercise

Question 9

Upper intake limit of choline:

Answer 9

two or more grams per day

Question 10

Choline toxicity can cause:

Answer 10

diarrhea, depression, and dizziness

Question 11

Lipotropic agent and a carbohydrate found naturally in the body

Answer 11

inositol (B8)

Question 12

Inositol deficiency may be a result of (2):

Answer 12

reduced absorption or increased excretion

Question 13

deficiency of inositol causes

Answer 13

a buildup of fat in the liver and may affect nervous system function

Question 14

Upper limit of inositol intake and side effects of too much:

Answer 14

12 grams, gastric upset

Question 15

Traditionally, nutrient requirements are focused on the _______ ________ needed to prevent deficiencies. This is a ________ ____ ________ approach

Answer 15

minimum amounts, nutrition for survival