How are dietary triglycerides absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract?
A) Intact since they cross the mucosal cells easily
B) As long chains of fatty acids because chain length enhances absorption
C) As small components that will be re-packaged as triglycerides in the mucosal cell
D) By attaching to lipoprotein carriers
C
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In the exchange system, foods are organized into __________ lists.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Gluconeogenesis is a term that describes the synthesis of
a. amino acids from glucose. b. lactose from a source of sucrose. c. fat from excess carbohydrate intake. d. glucose from a noncarbohydrate substance.
Lactose intolerance is uncommon in most of the world and exists only among a few populations
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
To protect riboflavin from destruction by sunlight, milk and milk products are packaged in
A. any kind of container. B. clear glass bottles. C. clear plastic bottles and cartons. D. paper and opaque plastic cartons.