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1
How would you respond to someone who states that all carbohydrates are bad and should be decreased in the diet?
A)Agree with the person since all carbohydrates are unhealthful.
B)Explain that this is untrue and that the most healthful foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans are carbohydrate foods.
C)Tell the person that simple refined versions are really the best.
D)Agree and tell them the more protein and fat, the better!
2
An example of an unrefined complex carbohydrate is _____.
A)a candy bar
B)enriched flour pancakes
C)whole-wheat spaghetti
D)honey
3
An example of a simple refined carbohydrate is _____.
A)Gatorade
B)brown rice
C)white bread
D)a potato
4
Without sufficient _____, the digestive tract muscles get too little exercise and become weak, possibly leading to colon problems.
A)energy
B)nutrients
C)fiber
D)water
5
Which of the following is TRUE about the digestion of carbohydrates?
A)Amylase is secreted by the gallbladder and digests proteins and carbohydrates
B)Amylase is secreted by the salivary glands and pancreas and digests starches
C)Amylase begins simple sugar breakdown in the mouth
D)Starches are absorbed through the wall of the small intestine
6
Amylopectin is
A)a starch digesting enzyme.
B)a type of starch that is branch-chained.
C)a type of starch that is straight-chained.
D)a simple sugar.
7
Which of the following is NOT a function of carbohydrates?
A)Energy for every cell
B)Sparing protein as an energy source
C)Preventing ketosis
D)Making enzymes
8
Which of the following is a negative result of consuming a low carbohydrate diet such as the Atkins or South Beach diets?
A)Ketosis
B)Increased loss of water and electrolyte imbalance
C)Loss of lean body mass
D)All of these choices are correct
9
The results of inadequate fiber may be __________.
A)hemorrhoids
B)enhanced blood sugar control
C)weight loss
D)cholesterol-lowering
10
Which of the following terms is used to describe an elevated blood sugar level?
A)Hypoglycemia
B)Hyperglycemia
C)Hyperlipidemia
D)Glycemic load
11
Which of the following hormones regulates blood sugar by signaling it to leave the blood and enter the cells?
A)Insulin
B)Glucagon
C)Glycogen
D)Pepsin
12
Which is NOT a cause or risk factor for Type 1 (insulin-dependent) diabetes?
A)Autoimmune attack on the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas
B)Genetic link
C)Consuming excessive amounts of sugar
D)An advanced case of Type 2 diabetes
13
What percentage of diabetes cases are Type 2?
A)90%
B)70%
C)50%
D)5-10%
14
Which of the following is TRUE about artificial sweeteners?
A)Sucralose (Splenda) contains chorine
B)They can all be used in cooking
C)Neotame is 700-1000 times sweeter than sucrose
D)Stevia has yet to be FDA approved
15
Diabetes can be improved or controlled by
A)diet.
B)exercise.
C)insulin treatments.
D)All of these choices are correct





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