Which of the following does NOT describe a vitamin?
A. They are needed in relatively small amounts.
B. They are classified as either fat- or water-soluble.
C. They are essential organic substances.
D. They provide a rich source of energy.
Answer: D
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Excess intake of dietary fat is:
a. converted into glucose. b. converted into cholesterol. c. stored in blood vessels. d. stored in adipose tissue.
Which nutrients are digested in the small intestine?
a. carbohydrate, fat, and protein b. fat, water, and fiber c. protein, vitamins, and fiber d. water, fiber, and minerals
Textured vegetable protein is usually made from ____.?
A) ?soybeans B) ?corn stalks C) ?a mixture of legumes D) ?cruciferous vegetables