Test 2 Study Guide Flashcards
What is ascites?
Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
Which diseases often causes ascites?
Cirrhois
What is kwashiorkor?
Protein deprivation
Where does protein digestion begin and what breaks it down?
Stomach via pepsin
How many amino acids are there?
20
What are proteins composed of?
Linear chains of amino acids
Where does lipids digestion begin and what breaks it down?
Duodenum via bile
What does bile do to fats?
Emulsifies
Where does carb digestion begin and what breaks it down?
mouth via salivary amylase
What is marasmus?
Deprivation of all food
Where is phosphate stored?
Teeth and bones
What is the main function of phosphate?
Cellular metabolism
What is Hypophosphatemia?
Low phosphate
What is Hyperphosphatemia?
high phosphate
What are lipids stored as?
triglycerides
What are lipids used for?
Support, energy, hormones
What are the fat soluble vitmains?
A, D, E, K
Do saturated fats increase cholesterol?
yes
What macronutrient does the CNS love?
lipids
What are carbs broken down into?
monosacharides