Week 8 (Nutritional Calculations)

Question 1

Define Catabolism

Answer 1

breakdown of substances into smaller molecules- produces energy

Question 2

Define Anabolism

Answer 2

formation of new molecules, stores energy

Question 3

Define Beta-Oxidation

Answer 3

process of fatty acids are converted into Acetyl CoA

Question 4

What is Protein Energy Malnutrition?

Answer 4

due to high levels of cortisol, antagonise effects of insulin-prevents peristalsis- commensal microbes enter intestines (BACTERIAL TRANSLOCATION)

Question 5

What is 1Kcal into cals?

Answer 5

1Kcal = 1000cals