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Term
An example of malnutrition is:
Definition
stravation; obesity, nutritional anemia
Term
saturated fatty acids are more ____ at room temp, and they ____ increase cholesterol levels and LDL
Definition
solid;increase
Term
what is the order of the gastrointestinal tract?
Definition

lower esophageal sphincter, stomach, villi, gall bladder, ileocecal valve, microflora, sigmoid colon

Term
sugars, dietary fibre, and calcium MUST be shown on what?
Definition
Nutrition facts panel
Term
a single serving from the friuts and vegtable categories is
Definition
1/2 cup berries.
Term
According to the DRI's, total fat should account for not more than _______ % with an emphasis on reducing ___________ and _________."
Definition
35; saturated fat and trans fat
Term

The DRIs for Vitamin A include EAR, RDA and UL. Which statement below best describes the relationship between these three values?

Definition
) UL>>> RDA = (EAR + 2SD)
Term
 Nutrients causing some signs of poor health when consumed in less than adequate amounts are called 
Definition
essential nutrients
Term
the primary form of a lipid in food is known as what?
Definition
triglycerides
Term
where does most of North America get its fat calories from?
Definition
animal products
Term
Hydrochloric acid in the stomach 
Definition
is an antibacterial agent
Term
labelling laws require the ingredients in the food packaging to be listed in descending order of their
Definition
wight
Term
The study of the distribution of disease in human populations is
Definition
epideimology
Term

The hepatic portal system delivers nutrients from the digestive tract to the 

Definition
the liver
Term
what is the leading cause of death in Canada?
Definition
Heart disease
Term
Bicarbonate ions (HCO3–) from the pancreas 
Definition
neturalize the acid contents in the doedeum
Term
what nutrient should women of child bearing age make sure they get enough of?
Definition
folic acid
Term
an example of anthropometric measurements is what?
Definition
measruing skin fold thickness
Term
one cup of water equals ____ milimeters
Definition
250
Term
saturated fats are normally ____ at room temperature
Definition
solid
Term

Which of the following health claims has been approved by Health Canada to be used on a food label;

a)fibre and cancer

b)calcium and osterporosis

c)   Fibre and coronary heart disease

d)   Soy and prostate health

Definition
B; calcium and osterpoosis
Term
According to Canada’s Food Guide, a single serving of dairy is
Definition
1.5 oz (50g) of cheese
Term
a small bagel would represent _____ serving(s) from the bread group
Definition
2
Term
Gastrin is a(n) ___________ secreted by the ______________.
Definition
Hormone, stomach
Term
Mandatory food labeling of processed foods is regulated 
Definition
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
Term
chyme is...
Definition
a mixutre of partially digested food, water and gastric juices that is slowly released from the stomach into the doedenum by the action of the paloric valve
Term
how would you encourage someone who has Gaulstones
Definition
tell them to undergo moderate weight loss
Term
what is the most common cause of ulcers? 
Definition
excessive H Pylori bacteria
Term
a kilocalorie is;
Definition
the amount of heat required to raise the temp to 1000 grams of water one degree celcius
Term

A scientific study recorded the dietary intake of 50,000 men and tracked the health of these men for 10 years. The study concluded that there is an inverse association between the consumption of tomatoes and the incidence of prostate cancer. Which statement best describes the study and its conclusion?

 

Definition

A) This is an intervention trial which demonstrates that consuming tomatoes may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

 

B) This is an observational study which demonstrates that consuming tomatoes causes a reduction in the risk of prostate cancer.

 

C) This is an observational study which demonstrates that consuming tomatoes may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

 

D) This is an intervention trial which demonstrates that consuming tomatoes may increase the risk of prostate cancer.

 

E) This is an observational study which demonstrates that consuming tomatoes may increase the risk of prostate cancer.

Term
Which variables are incorporated into the calculation of estimated energy requirement?
Definition
age, gender, height, weight and pyshical activity only
Term
how much is the human body made out of water?
Definition
60%
Term

. James kept a 7-day food record and found that his servings of meat and meat alternatives over that time period were, in total, 10 Canada Food Guide servings of low-fat beef products, 8 Canada Food Guide servings of low-fat poultry and 3 Canada Food Guide servings of peanut butter. James is 19 years old and Canada's Food Guide recommends 3 servings of meat and meat alternatives/day for men his age. Which statement best describes his food selections and how they meet the requirements of Canada's Food Guide for this food group?

 

Definition

James is consuming the right number of servings in the Meat and Meat alternatives Food Group but he should replace some of his beef and poultry servings with servings of fish, beans, lentils and tofu to meet the requirements of Canada's Food Guide.

 

B) James is consuming too few servings in the Meat and Meat alternatives Food Group. He should add additional servings of fish, beans, lentils and tofu to meet the requirements of Canada's Food Guide.

 

C) James is consuming too many servings in the Meat and Meat alternatives Food Group. He should reduce the total number of servings and replace some of his beef and poultry servings with servings of fish, beans, lentils and tofu to meet the requirements of Canada's Food Guide.

 

D) James is consuming the right number of servings in the Meat and Meat alternatives Food Group but he should replace some of his beef and poultry servings with servings of fish to meet the requirements of Canada's Food Guide.

 

E) James is consuming the right number of servings in the Meat and Meat alternatives Food Group and is meeting the requirements of Canada's Food Guide

Term
Which statement does NOT appear in Canada's Food Guide
Definition

a)Select lower fat milk alternatives.

B) Eat at least one green and one orange vegetable daily.

C) Have meat alternatives such as beans, lentils and tofu often.

D) Make all your grain products whole grain products.

E) Have vegetables and fruit more often than juice

Term
what are the 6 factores that influence our food choices?
Definition
hunger vs appetite, culture, availability of the foods, cost, taste/appearence/smell, nutritional factors (such as fats, calories, etc)
Term

what does the ABCDE of nutritional assessment stand for and provide an example

 

Definition

anthropometic-skin fold thickness

biochemical-blood work

clinical- observations done by physcian based on dietary assessment results

dietary- food histroy

environmental- education

Term
what are the four refrence values belonging to the standards for DRI
Definition

estimated average requirement

adequete intake

tolerable upper limits

recommended dietary allowance

Term
what is the difference between enriched foods and fortified foods?
Definition

enriched; additional nutrients that were already present in the product, but lost in processing (ie enriched whole wheat bread)

fortified; nutrients added that were not previously present in the product (ie oasis fruit juice is fortified with omega 3)

Term
what are two out of the five health clamins permitted for use in canada?
Definition

- a diet low in saturated and trans fat may reduce the risk of heart disease

- a diet high in calcium and vitamin d and regular physical activity can reduce the risk of osteoporosis

Term
what are two ways that you might critically evaluate online nutrition info
Definition

-examine the credentials of those who wrore or published the information

- note if it is published by a reliable souce (government) such as health canada, or an organization such as dietians of canada.

Term
what are the parts of the GI system in order?
Definition

-salivary glands/mouth

-esophagus

-stomach

-pancrease

-liver

-gall bladder

-small intestine

-large intestine

-anus

Term

Nutrition label steps

 

Definition

times fat by 9

carbs by 4

protein by 4 

(all to determine the amount of calories in a specific part of the food label)

Term
how to determine energy density
Definition
# of calories/total # of grams
Term
what is the purpose of the % DV
Definition
to compare nutrients in similar productsl just an estimate because it is not gender/age/person specific
Term
what are the four features of a nutrious diet? define one
Definition

-adequete-

-balanced

-moderate

-varied;getting nutrients from different sources, for example not always eating just carrots for your vegetables

 

 

Term
the energy curency in the body is ___?
Definition
ATP
Term
what is the common pathway for the oxifation of glucose and fatty acid?
Definition
the citric acid cycle
Term
when muscle tissue is excercising under anaerobic condition, the production of ____ 
Definition
lactic acid
Term
ketosis is
Definition
formation of excess ketone bodies
Term
the oxidation of fatty acids occurs in the ___
Definition
mitochondria
Term
gluconeogenesis is___
Definition
synthesis of glucose from noncarbohydtare sources
Term
glycloysis is___
Definition
break down of glucose to pyruvate
Term
metabolism is regulated by ____
Definition
hormones, enzymes and the energy status of the body
Term

True or false;

during periods of starvations, the body uses protein as a fuel source for the brain and CNS in a pathway called gluconeogenesis

Definition
true
Term
insulin is ___
Definition
an anabolic hormone
Term
amino acids are suppiled by what?
Definition
by the protein contaning foods we eat and from foods synthesis
Term
amino acids are composed of ..
Definition

a central carbon bonded to 4 groups of elements

 3 groups are a nitrogen group called an amine

the fourth group is often signified by the letter R

Term
the side chain ( R portion) does what?
Definition
determines the name of the amino acid
Term
the body needs____ different amino acids to function
Definition
20
Term
How many Non-essential amino acids are there?
Definition
11, because out bodies make them, using other amino acids we consume
Term
there are ____ essential amino acids the body needs
Definition
9, because the body cannot make them, so they must be obtained from the food we consume
Term
people with the disease phenylketonria (pku) have a limited abiulity to what
Definition
to metablize the essential amino acid phenlaline due to a defficiency of the enzyme phenlalnine hydroxylase.
Term
how are non esential amino acids synthesized?
Definition
through a process called transamination
Term
when amino acids lose its amino group without transferring it to another carbon skeleton it is called
Definition
deamination
Term
urea is____
Definition
nitrogenous waste produce of protein metabolism and the major source of nitrogen in the urine
Term
the amino group ( in the form of ammonia ) is ____
Definition
incorrporated into urea in the liver, transported via the bloodstream to the kidnets, and is excreted in the urine
Term
animal proteins, such as meant, poultry, fish eggs and mile contain ample amount of the 
Definition
9 essential amino acids
Term
plant proteins ____ contain the needed amounts of essential amino acids
Definition
do not
Term
scientists classify dietary proteins according to their ____
Definition
amino acid compostion
Term
animal proteins are classified as___
Definition
high quality protein or complete proteins
Term
plant protein (except for soybeans ) are classified as
Definition
incomplete proteints or low quality proteins, because they contain limited amounts of 1 or more of the essential amino acids.
Term
a pool is____
Definition
the amount of a nutrient found within the body that can be easily mobilized when needed
Term
cells require a ____ of essential amino acids for the synthesis of ____
Definition
pool; body proteins
Term
the essential amino acid in smallest supply in a food or diet in relation to body needs is called the ___
Definition
limiting amino acid, because it limits the amount of protein the body can synthesize
Term
when 2 or more plant proteins are combined to compensate for defficiencies in essential amino acid content in each protein, the proteins are called ____
Definition
complementary proteins.
Term
complimentary proteins ____ need to be consumed at the same meal, buc can be balanced over the course of the day
Definition
do not
Term
amino acids can be linked together by a chemical bond called a ____ to form needed protiens
Definition
peptide bond
Term
peptide bonds can synthesize...
Definition

dipeptides(joining 2 amino acis),

tripeptides (joining of 3 amino acids)

oligopeptides (joining of 4-9 amino acids)

Term
polypetide bonds...
Definition
joining of 10 or more amino acids
Term
proteins contain___,____,____, and ____
Definition
hydrogen, carbon, oxygen and nitrogen
Term
conditionally essential amino acids are important during,
Definition
infancy, disease or trauma
Term
synthesis of proteins determined by ____
Definition
gene expression
Term
DNA code is transferred from the ____ to the cytosol via ____
Definition
nucleus; RNA(mRNA)
Term
DNA is the _____ phase
Definition
transcription 
Term
mRNA is the ____
Definition
translation phase
Term
DNA determines the ____
Definition
functions of proteins
Term
Sickle-cell anemia is
Definition

-a genetic dissorder

-there is an amino acid sequencing order

Term

synthesis of Protein order:

 

Definition

-primary strucutre( order of amino acids determines shape)

-seecondary structure

-tertiary strucure (determines function)

quaternary structure.

Term
denaturing of a protein is
Definition

-altering proteins 3 dimensioanl strucutre

-acid( occurs in the stomach), alkaline,heat, enzymes and agitation

Term
adaptaion of a protein is where
Definition

-there is a constant state of breakdown,rebuilding and repair

-Urea is a carrier of waster nitrogen(ammonia)

-protein turnover

Term
North America consumes ___(%) of protein from, meat, fish, poultry, milk and milk products, legumes and nuts
Definition
70%
Term
World Wide consumes ____(%)
Definition
35% comes from animal
Term
what has the highest Biological Value (BV)?
Definition
egg whites=100 BV
Term
what is Biological Value (BV)
Definition
it is a measure of how efficiently the absorbed food protein is converted into body tissue protein
Term
formula for BV
Definition
BV= nitrogen retained(g)/nitrogen absorbed X 100
Term
normal blood glucose levels range between
Definition
70 and 100 mg/dL
Term
insuficient intake of dietary carbohydrate is a condition called ketosis. Ketosis can result from ____, _____, and _____.
Definition

-starvation

-a diet of less than 50-100g of carbs per day

-untreated diabetes mellitus

Term

. A positive test for lactose maldigestion is _________ after ingesting a test dose of the pure lactose. 

Definition
little or no increase in the blood glucose levels
Term

Yogurt can often be substituted for milk for the lactose-maldigesting individual   

    because 

Definition
the bacteria that convert milk to yogurt digest some of the lactose 
Term
humans can easily digest carbohydrates if the glucose bond is
Definition
an alpha bond
Term

. Which of the following is classified as an insoluble fiber? 
A. pectin.
B. mucilage.
 C.hemicelluose
D. gums.

Definition
c, hemicelluose
Term
the AI for fibre for women is
Definition
25g/day
Term

8. Which of the following foods has the highest glycemic index? 
A. Bananas
B. Apple
C. Baked potato
D.White Bread

 

Definition
D-white bread
Term
If no glucose is available from dietary carbohydrate, glucose in the blood may be derived from 
Definition
liver glycogen,amino acids and glycerol
Term
when intake fibre intake, always make sure you also_____
Definition
intake your fluids
Term
Dietary sugars and starches are called "protein sparing," which means 
Definition
  1. dietary protein can be used for protein synthesis and other vital processes, rather than being used as a source of energy
Term
an example of a disaccharide would be
Definition
lactose
Term
insulin is made in the
Definition
pancrease
Term
a trade name for aspartame when added into foods is called what?
Definition
Nutrasweet
Term
symptoms of diabetes mellitus include;
Definition

-heart problems and weight change

-excessive thrist and polyuria

-blurred vision and neuropathy

Term

By definition, lipids include:

i. triglycerides    ii. phospholipids    iii. amino acids    iv. sterols     v. phosphorus

Definition
i,ii, &iv
Term

All of the following are TRUE regarding lipids except one. Which one is the exception?

  1. HDL is considered the “good” cholesterol because it helps transport cholesterol away from the arteries
  2. Less than 35% of total calories should come from fat
  3. Alpha linolenic fatty acids should be increased in the diet

lipids provide the bulk of the energy in the typical North American diet

Definition
lipids provide the bulk of the energy in the typical North American diet
Term

A group of biologically important compounds that help regulate diverse body functions such as blood pressure, inflammatory reactions, or childbirth are synthesized from long-chain, highly unsaturated fatty acids. This class of hormone-like compounds is called 

Definition
eicosanoids
Term
Essential fatty acids that cause a decrease in blood clotting are 
Definition
omega 3
Term
emulsifiers such as lecithin
Definition
  1. have hydrophobic and hydrophilic characteristics.
  2. are polarized.
  3. solubilize fats and oils.
Term
cholesterol is 
Definition
  1. not a dietary essential; the human body can synthesize it.
  2. not found in foods of plant origin.
  3. an important part of human cell membranes and necessary to make some hormones.
Term
lipoproteins are important for
Definition
transporting fats in the blood and lymphatic system
Term

Immediately after a meal, newly digested and absorbed dietary fats appear in the lymph, and then blood, as part of which of the following

  1. LDL
  2. HDL
  3. chlyomicrons
  4. Cholesterol
Definition
c, chylomicrons
Term
Blockage of a major artery is caused by a blood clot. These clots may form when 
Definition
cholesterol plaques build up in the artery walls
Term
Insulin, and other medications that are protein in nature, cannot be administered orally because 
Definition
they will be digested and lose their biological activity
Term

Which of the following statements best describes the brain's adaptation during prolonged fasting?

A) Normally the brain prefers glucose as a source of fuel, but adapts to the use of ketones bodies as fuel during prolonged fasting. Ketone bodies are derived from the fermentation of dietary fibre.

B) Normally, the brain prefers glucose as a source of fuel, but adapts to the use of ketones bodies as fuel during prolonged fasting. Ketone bodies are derived form the breakdown of proteins.

C) Normally the brain prefers ketone bodies as a source of fuel, but adapts to the use of amino acids as fuel during prolonged fasting. Amino acids are derived from the breakdown of muscle.

D) Normally, the brain prefers glucose as a source of fuel, but adapts to the use of ketones bodies as fuel during prolonged fasting. Ketone bodies are derived from the breakdown of fats.

E) Normally, the brain prefers glucose as a source of fuel, but adapts to the use of free fatty acids as fuel during prolonged fasting. Free fatty acids are derived from the breakdown of triglycerides

Definition
d-Normally, the brain prefers glucose as a source of fuel, but adapts to the use of ketones bodies as fuel during prolonged fasting. Ketone bodies are derived from the breakdown of fats.
Term

Select the statement which best distinguishes between the action of insulin and the action of glucagon.

A) Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which raises blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of amino acids from glucose), which lowers blood glucose levels.

B) Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Glucagon stimulates the transfer of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which lowers blood glucose levels. Insulin stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids) which raises blood glucose levels.

C) Select the statement which best distinguishes between the action of insulin and the action of glucagon.

A) Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which raises blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of amino acids from glucose), which lowers blood glucose levels.

B) Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Glucagon stimulates the transfer of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which lowers blood glucose levels. Insulin stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids) which raises blood glucose levels.

C) Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which lowers blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids) which raises blood glucose levels.

D) Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the muscle tissue into blood, which raises blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids) which raises blood glucose levels.

E) Both hormones are secreted by the beta-cells of the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which lowers blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids ) which raises blood glucose levels.

 

D) Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the muscle tissue into blood, which raises blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids) which raises blood glucose levels.

E) Both hormones are secreted by the beta-cells of the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which lowers blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids ) which raises blood glucose levels.

 

Definition

.

c-Both hormones are secreted by the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the uptake of glucose from the blood into muscle tissue, which lowers blood glucose levels. Glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of glucose from amino acids) which raises blood glucose levels. 

Term
many glucose molecules =
Definition
amylose
Term
glucose +galactose= 
Definition
lactose
Term
glucose +glucose
Definition
maltose
Term
fructose + glucose
Definition
sucrose
Term

indicate the number of carbons, the number of double bonds, classify it as short, medium or long chain, delta naming system for the following fatty acids

- 14:1 n-9

- 22:6 n-3

- 4:0

Definition

-14:1 n-9 = 14 carbons

1 c=c

long chain fatty acid

14:1 delta 5

 

-22:6 n-3

22 C

6 C=C

long chain fatty acid

delta naming system cannot be determined

 

-4:0

4 C

no double bonds

short chain fatty acid

delta cannot be determined because there are no double bonds

 

 

Term
what are two health benefits for insoluable fibre
Definition

- may help cholesterol( acts like a sponge and prevents choleseterol from returning to entero-heptaic pathway)

-decrease transit time ( speeds up time food goes throguh GI tract)

-need to have excessive hydration

-found in whole grain breads, cereals, vegetables (lettuce, artichoke, apples, bran and peas

Term
what are two health benefits for soluble fibre
Definition

- they dissolve/swell in water in colon and are fermented by the bacteria in the colon

- decrease gastric emptying and delays transit time

found in fruits, oats, barley and some legumes

Term
how does type one diabets differ from type two diabetes?what are two risk factors for typen and what is one approach dietitians can take.
Definition

type one- is generic problem found in beta cells on pancrease that dont produce insulin hormone

type two- insulin is produced and secreted, however cell receptors dont uptake it (insulin resistance)

-risk factors- older age, obesity, genetics, higher risks if had Gestastional Diabetes Melinitus (GDM)

- life style changes including healthing eating, excersie, and weight loss

Term
What are trans fatty acids?  Why are they called “dangerous” fats?  What are some dietary sources of trans fatty acids?  What is the name of the naturally occuring trans fat found in dairy products
Definition

What (1)

Cis vs. trans configuration

Partially hydrogenation (an industrial process)

Unsaturated fatty acids that have physical properties of sat fat acid (higher melting pt)

Why dangerous (0.5 mark per point for a total of 1 mark)

n  Increases LDL levels

n  Decreases HDL levels

n  Increases TC levels

n  Increases TC:HDL ratio

n  Increases TG levels

n  Increases post-priandal lipids

n  increased coronary diseases risk factors

n  Increased Ischemic heart disease risk factors

Dietary sources (1)

Commercially baked products

Cooking oils

Shortening

Naturally occurring in small amounts in meats and dairy

Naturally occurring Trans Fat: Vaccenic Acid 

Term
what is the metabolic syndrome? and what are some risk factors and their deffing cut point?
Definition

metabolic syndrome is when the World Health Organization defines “metabolic syndrome” as clustering of hypertension, low HDL, hypertriglyceridemia, insulin resistance, glucose intolerance or type 2 diabetes, high waist-to-hip ratio, and microalbuminuria.


-risk factors- abdominal obeseity (waist circumfrence)

>40 inches for men

> 35 inches for woman


-HDL-C- men < then 40 for men

<less than 50 for women


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