Which of the following vitamins serves as a coenzyme to various enzymes involved in the coagulation of blood?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin K
C. Vitamin E
D. Vitamin A
Answer: B. Vitamin K
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Restriction of fat has been a popular strategy for weight loss and health, but fat performs some important functions, in addition to providing energy. This section describes some of the reasons you should moderate your fat intake, not eliminate it. From the list below, choose all the correct statements about the functions of fat.
a. Lipids are an essential component of cell membranes, act as insulation under the skin, and protect organs from injury. b. Fat provides flavor and texture to food (think ice cream) and also leaves you satisfied for longer after a meal. c. The body can rely on carbohydrate stores during periods of low energy intake. d. Fat is a good source of energy providing 4 kcal/g. e. Fat in the diet allows for the transport of vitamins A, C, and E because they are fat-soluble.
To ensure sound nutrition, the mother's diet during pregnancy should include:
a. twice as many kcalories to spare protein for tissue synthesis. b. an additional 25 grams of protein each day. c. enough salt to promote edema. d. vitamin and mineral supplements, instead of food, to prevent weight gain.
Which of the following naturally occurring sugars is the sweetest?
A) Fructose B) Galactose C) Glucose D) Maltose
Which of the following is not a legume?
a. Corn b. Lentils c. Peas d. Kidney beans