Ch 9 Nutrition

What are the six classes of nutrients?

• Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water

• Carbohydrates, proteins, sugars, vitamins, minerals, water

• Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fiber

• Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, glucose

What is the difference between complete and incomplete proteins?

• Complete proteins contain all essential amino acids

• Incomplete proteins contain all essential amino acids

• Complete proteins lack essential amino acids

• Incomplete proteins are found in animal products

Which nutrient is essential for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins?

• Water

• Fats

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

What does the term "diet" refer to?

• A temporary eating plan

• One's usual pattern of food choices

• A type of exercise routine

• A specific weight loss program

Which of the following nutrients is primarily responsible for energy storage?

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Minerals

Which of the following is considered a non-nutrient that provides health benefits?

• Vitamins

• Phytochemicals

• Fats

• Water

Which nutrient class is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body?

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

• Proteins

• Vitamins

Which organ in the digestive system is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

• Esophagus

Where are fat-soluble nutrients stored in the body?

• In the kidneys

• In the liver and body fat

• In the intestines

• In the bloodstream

Which of the following are found in complex carbohydrates?

• Proteins

• Multiple glucose units

• Lipids

• Monosaccharides