In addition to using fatty acids as an immediate energy source, the body can:
A) utilize them to transport water molecules.
B) metabolize them by lipolysis and yield vitamins as the by-products.
C) convert them to energy-yielding organic compounds called ketones.
D) use them to synthesize essential nutrients.
C
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a. salt b. sugar c. milk products d. refined grain products e. orange juice
Which of the following diet analysis programs allows you to search for foods high in a particular
nutrient? A) U.S. Department of Agriculture's Nutrient Database for Standard Reference B) MyDietAnalysis C) Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program D) MyPlate Supertracker
Over the past 40 years, the fat intake of Americans has:
a. significantly declined, resulting in less obesity. b. declined as a proportion of total kcalories consumed. c. declined as people tend to cook at home more frequently. d. risen significantly.
________ must be added to grains during the enrichment process.
A. Magnesium B. Zinc C. Calcium D. Iron