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APHY 102 - Exam 3 Nutrition and Metabolism
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neuropeptide Y
a chemical produced in the brain that stimulates appetite, diminishes energy expenditure, and
increases fat storage


leptin
A hormone produced by adipose (fat) cells that acts as a satiety factor in regulating appetite.


ghrelin
hormone secreted by empty stomach; sends "I'm hungry" signals to the brain


carbohydrates
Broken down to glucose to provide energy.


proteins
Nutrients the body uses to build and maintain its cells and tissues


fats
Nutrients that promote normal growth, give you energy, and keep your skin healthy.


macronutrients
A chemical substance that an organism must obtain in relatively large amounts


monosaccharide
A single sugar molecule such as glucose or fructose, the simplest type of sugar.


fructose
a monosaccharide; sometimes known as fruit sugar


sucrose
glucose + fructose


galactose
Milk sugar (monosaccharide)


glucose
the form of sugar that circulates in the blood and provides the major source of energy for body
tissues. When its level is low, we feel hunger.


vitamin supplements
Concentrated forms of vitamins; may be in tablet or liquid form.

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