TERMS

Question 1

many enzymes need this

deficiency results in anemia

note: Menkes disease-deficiency, Wilsons disease-toxicity

Answer 1

copper

Question 2

integral component of many metalloenzymes

key in wound healing

Answer 2

zinc

Question 3

coenzyme in many reactions

potentiates the action of insulin in pts w/ impaired glucose tolerance, presumably insulin receptor mediated signaling

Answer 3

chromium

Question 4

involved w/ proteins, main one glutathione peroxidase which is useful in antioxidant defense

needed for healthy thyroid fxn, involved w/ deiodinase enzymes

Answer 4

selenium

Question 5

stimulates synthesis of cholesterol and fatty acids in liver

wound healing

bone health, growth, carbs/lipid metabolism

Answer 5

manganese

Question 6

essential cofactor for several enzymes-especially sulfite oxidase and xanthiane oxidase

Answer 6

molybdenum

Question 7

needed for thyroid hormones

Answer 7

iodine

Question 8

hemoglobin, myoglobin production

iron metaloproteinase production

RNA and DNA synthesis

note: for toxicity, use phlebotomy, chelation(Deferoxamine) and Deferasirox

Answer 8

iron

Question 9

food containing health giving additives having medicinal benefit

Answer 9

Neutraceuticals

Question 10

no legal definition or regulatory category

foods associated w/ health claims recognized by the FDA

what are the types?

Answer 10

functional foods

authorized
authoritative
qualified

Question 11

require publication of an FDA regulation

Answer 11

authorized functional food

Question 12

manufacture can make certain claims by notifying FDA

Answer 12

authoritative functional food

Question 13

appropriate for use but evidence is still emerging

Answer 13

qualified functional food

Question 14

tube feeding formulations

elemental tube

Answer 14

medical foods

Question 15

ethnic or traditional foods associate w/ health benefits in various cultures and supported by epidemiological studies

Answer 15

conventional foods

Question 16

FDA validation or authorization not required before use

Answer 16

foods that carry structure or function claims

Question 17

include foods used to supply particular dietary needs, or supplement the usual diet

Answer 17

foods for special dietary use