Essential Biochemistry - Nutrition (Section 1)
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Nutrients are the essential chemical substances that are involved in growth and metabolism. Which of the following are macronutrients?
คำตอบ(B)
Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
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What is the approximate range of total energy expenditure from the thermogenic effect?
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What is a common characteristic seen in Marasmus?
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The energy expenditure of the body can be determined by...
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What is the energy expenditure in human per day due to basal metabolic rate (BMR)?
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Which of the following conditions are associated with an inappropriate or inadequate protein intake?
คำตอบ(D)
Both Marasmus and Kwashiorkor
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What is the main purpose of the energy requirement in human nutrition?
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To provide energy for the body functions and growth
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A positive nitrogen balance indicates that...
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Nitrogen intake is more than excretion.
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What is the primary role of protein in the body?
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What are the main health risks associated with high fiber diets?
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What factor can decrease the BMR?
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Which of the following are potential health benefits associated with high fiber intake?
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In a diet, how many grams of protein should be suggested in an adult?
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Which is the suggested diet for a person with low weight?
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50% of protein and 150% of sugars
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Which of the following is a key function of dietary fiber?
คำตอบ(C)
Promotes water absorption in the gut
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What factors is used to determine the degree of obesity?
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What is the primary purpose of the IOM Expert Group?
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To determine recommended daily allowances of essential amino acids.
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What is the relationship between BMI and degree of obesity?
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BMI can indicate the degree of obesity.
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What is the definition of a balanced diet?
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A diet including a variety of food groups, with the correct proportion of nutrients to maintain health and well-being.
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What is the major role of vitamins and minerals in human nutrition?
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Regulate metabolic processes and play structural roles
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According to the text, what is a key characteristic of a balanced diet?
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It contains a variety of food groups in the right proportions.
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What does 'SDA' stand for in the context of nutrition?
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What are the main causes of PEM (Protein-Energy Malnutrition)?
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Insufficient intake of protein and/or energy.
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What is the recommended daily allowance (RDA) based on?
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The nutritional needs of a group of individuals.
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Which of the following conditions/diseases are associated with an increased risk of obesity?
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What does the Specific Dynamic Action (SDA) of food refer to?
คำตอบ(B)
The thermogenic effect of food.
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Which of the following factors can reduce the BMR?
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What is the main purpose of the term 'nitrogen balance' in nutrition?
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To evaluate protein intake relative to excretion and the body's protein needs.
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What is the defining factor of nitrogen equilibrium?
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Nitrogen intake equals nitrogen excretion.
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What is the defining characteristic of Kwashiorkor?
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Severe deficiency of protein with adequate calorie intake
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Which of the following is used to determine the quality of the protein?
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What does the term 'essential' refer to in the context of essential amino acids?
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The body cannot synthesize them and they must be obtained from the diet.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of dietary fiber?
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Which of the following is a key factor in the formation of body structure and skeleton?
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Essential amino acids are...
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Cannot be synthesized by the human body and must be obtained through diet.
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What are the consequences of the decline of muscle mass and body mass with increasing age?
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Which of the following does not have an effect on increasing the BMR?
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What effect does fiber have in the body?
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Which of the following is a sign of Marasmus?
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What are the characteristics of a diet of a pregnant women?
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Which of the following is a factor that influences BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)?
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What is the primary function of fats?
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What is the role of the liver in metabolism?
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Plays a major role in processing and storing nutrients
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Which foods should be limited to ensure a healthy diet?
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Which of the following is the main type of sugar absorbed from food?
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What are some factors that can contribute to obesity?
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Which of the following foods contains all the essential amino acids?
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What is the role of cholesterol in the body?
คำตอบ(B)
Helps build cell membranes
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a balanced diet?
คำตอบ(A)
Includes all nutrients in appropriate amounts
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What is the term for the energy expended to digest, absorb, and metabolize food?
