Vitamins and antioxidants - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What changes to the components in breastmilk occur over time? - Increase: water, fat, energy, casein, serotonin, lysozyme Decrease: protein (casein increases), zinc, calcium, LC-PUFAs (specifically between 6-12 months) What is one of the major benefits of colostrum, other than nutrient value? - Protective: -coats gut to prevent adherence of pathogens -promotes gut closure Protein dense Colostrum contains... - -IgA -white cells -lactoferrin -growth factors with 21 antioxidants ...

Vitamin C is best known for its role in preventing scurvy. It also is critical in the formation and maintenance of this protein found in all connective tissues in our body. - Answer-Collagen The main function of Vitamin E is as an antioxidant. It is prevalent in our fat tissue (adipose tissue) and cell membranes and specifically protects this lipoprotein from being oxidized. - Answer-LDL Phytochemicals are naturally occurring plant compounds with health promoting properties. Betacarotene is ...

the science of nutrition - the study of nutrients in food and the body's handling of them food - animal or plant products that can be taken into the body to yield nutrients factors that contribute to wellness - - physical health - spiritual health - emotional health - social health - occupational health nutrients - a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life obesity - is defined as a body mass index greater than or equal to 30 diseases with a...

NDAEB Practice questions and Answers!! which member of the dental team is legally required to report suspected child abuse? -all member -dentist -dental assistant -dental hygiene - ANSWER The Dentist selecting the shade of an anterior aesthetic restoration is NOT advised -with natural light and a moist environment -immediately after cavity prep -before the application of a rubber dam - with the involvement and input of the pt - ANSWER Immediately after cavity prep when t...

What is nutrition science? correct answers comprises the body of scientific knowledge that governs food requirements for maintenance, growth, activity, reproduction and lactation. What factors affect peoples' food choices? correct answers -availability -cost/socioeconomic status -culture -advertising -dieting -allergies -geography -how you were raised/taste -convenience/time -knowledge -religious beliefs -holidays/time of year/traditions What are nutrients (and non-nutrients)...

NUSC 1165 Final Exam Study Guide Spring 2024. Final Exam Study Guide: NUSC 1165 Spring 2024 Chapter 1-2:  What are the six classes of nutrients? o Macronutrients: a nutrient needed by the body in large amounts.  Water  Fat  Protein  Carbohydrates o Micronutrients: a nutrient needed by the body in small amounts. Provide no energy. Act as antioxidants, coenzymes, cofactors- necessary for proper metabolism and function of body processes- found in most fresh food o Vitami...

NSC Exam 1 final questions and answers Leading Cause of Death in United States - ANSWERS 1. Heart Disease 2. Cancer Lifestyle - ANSWERS a person's way of living that includes diet, physical activity habits, use of drugs such as tobacco and alcohol, and other typical patterns of healthrelated behavior 6 classes of nutrients - ANSWERS - carbohydrates - fats and other lipids, - proteins - vitamins - minerals - water Carbohydrates - ANSWERS Source of energy (most forms) Lipids - AN...

ISSA Exam Final Nutrition | Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Graded A+ What is the primary function of carbohydrates in a balanced diet? The primary function of carbohydrates in a balanced diet is to provide energy for the body's cells and support overall metabolic processes. How does the body utilize proteins for muscle growth and repair? The body utilizes proteins by breaking them down into amino acids, which are then used to repair and build muscle tissue after physical exertion....

Summarize the general differences between macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) - ANSWER Macro Required in gram amounts, polymer, some essential, provide calories Micro Required in mg quantities, individual molecule, all essential, provide no calories Structure (vitamins are single units), Function (vitamins dont yield energy), food contents (micrograms not grams) List the fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, and describe how solub...

EatrightPREP Questions and Answers 100% Correct How are fat-soluble vitamins absorbed - Answer- Absorbed like fat into the lymphatic system then the blood. They must travel with protein carriers and are stored in the liver or fatty tissue What minerals are antioxidants - Answer- Copper, zinc and selenium Define catabolism - Answer- Catabolism is the breakdown of a body compound. A catabolic reaction takes large molecules and breaks then apart to small molecules Which part of the egg conta...