health and nutrients

Question 1

Flatulence can occur in two ways, through the rectum and/or through the mouth.

Answer 1

False
This refers to the release of gas from the digestive system through the anus.

Question 2

Dehydration can be caused by excessive urine output, diarrhea or vomiting

Answer 2

True
Explanation: The body loses too much fluid via excessive sweating, excessive urine output, fever, vomiting or diarrhea, leading to dehydration ​

Question 3

Water Soluble vitamins cannot be stored for later use.

Answer 3

True
Explanation: Water‑soluble vitamins dissolve in body fluids and any excess is excreted in the urine; they are not stored for later use ​

Question 4

Fat soluble vitamins are Vitamins A,D,E,K.

Answer 4

– True
Explanation: The fat‑soluble vitamins are A, D, E and K, which dissolve in lipids and can be stored in body fat ​

Question 5

Sodium is an important electrolyte our bodies need to regulate blood pressure.

Answer 5

True
Explanation: Sodium is an electrolyte that helps regulate the movement of body fluids and thus helps regulate blood pressure ​

Question 6

Anabolism fuels Catabolism.

Answer 6

False
Explanation: Catabolism (the breakdown of molecules) releases the energy that fuels anabolism (the building‑up of molecules), not the other way around

Question 7

A deficiency in vitamin A will lead to night blindness.

Answer 7

– True
Explanation: VitaminA (from beta‑carotene) is essential for night vision; deficiency causes night blindness ​

Question 8

The large intestine, rectum and anus are where Elimination begins in the digestive tract.

Answer 8

True
Explanation: After absorption in the small intestine, remaining material enters the large intestine; elimination of undigested waste then proceeds via the rectum and anus ​

Question 9

The salivary glands are responsible for creating a mucus membrane to protect our stomach lining from the acidic gastric juices.

Answer 9

False
Explanation: Gastric mucus protecting the stomach lining is secreted by gastric glands in the stomach wall, not by salivary glands ​

Question 10

Ingestion begins at the mouth

Answer 10

True
Explanation: Ingestion (taking in food) occurs in the mouth by chewing and saliva production ​

Question 11

We should be consuming less than 200 mg of trace minerals a day

Answer 11

false
Explanation: Trace minerals like iron, zinc, copper are needed in small amounts (often <100mg per mineral), but there is no general “<200mg” rule; requirements vary by mineral ​

Question 12

Iron is a Major Mineral

Answer 12

False
Explanation: Iron is classified as a trace mineral (needed in small amounts), not a major mineral ​

Question 13

You can survive for weeks without water

Answer 13

false
Explanation: Humans can typically survive only a few days without water; other nutrient deficiencies take much longer to develop ​

Question 14

Scurvy is the name of the deficiency in VitaminA

Answer 14

False
Explanation: Scurvy is the deficiency disease of vitaminC, not vitaminA external knowledge.

Question 15

Osteoporosis occur in Males more than Females due to their bigger bones

Answer 15

False
Explanation: Osteoporosis is more common in females; larger male bones do not confer higher risk in men external knowledge.

Question 16

With Type2 Diabetes

Answer 16

the body does not make enough insulin
the body is unable to use the insulin it makes properly

answer E

Question 17

Reverse peristalsis is also known as,

Answer 17

D (Vomiting)

Question 18

They are ____ B Vitamins

Answer 18

8

Question 19

How often is our stomach lining replaced?

Answer 19

Answer: C (3days)

Question 20

The process of breaking down carbohydrates into simple glucose molecules to be used as energy is known as,

Answer 20

Answer: D (Catabolism) ​

Question 21

ACE vitamins act as a(n)

Answer 21

Answer: B (antioxidant in the body that slow down or prevent the oxidative process

Question 22

The chemical breakdown of protein begins in the

Answer 22

Answer: C (Stomach) ​

Question 23

______ provides energy for ______ change repeated

Answer 23

Answer: D (Catabolism/Anabolism) ​

Question 24

Which is true about calcium? (SELECT5)

Answer 24

Answers: A,C,D,G,J
-supports bone growth
-found in dark leafy vegetables
-found in dairy products
-decreases risk of osteoporosis
-is is a major mineral

Question 25

Which of the following is true about Antioxidants? (SELECT 3)

Answer 25

Answers: A, C, E -they help free radicals in the body -they help reduce oxidative stress -they are important in supporting our immune system

Question 26

24. The enzyme found in saliva that breaks down carbs into simple sugars is known as

Answer 26

Answer: C. Amylase

Question 27

25. Which is a complication of constipation

Answer 27

Answer: B. Diverticulosis “Diverticulosis: intestinal walls develop bulges in weakened areas–bulging pockets entrap feces and then become painfully inflamed.”

Question 28

26. Which vitamins are you more likely to get toxicity in?

Answer 28

Answer: A. Vitamin A

Question 29

27. Which is true about Ulcerative Colitis

Answer 29

Symptoms include loose and bloody stool, abdominal pain and cramping B. Cause unknown, but related to the Immune System C. A form of IBD that attacks the colon D. All of the above E. None of the above Answer: D. All of the above

Question 30

28. Electrolytes

Answer 30

Answer: D. Are made up of sodium, magnesium and potassium

Question 31

29. Water‑soluble plant pigments (from colourful vegetables and fruit) that are beneficial to human health.

Answer 31

Answer: D) Flavonoids

Question 32

30. The small intestine in an adult is ______ m long

Answer 32

C. 5

Question 33

31. What are some causes of dehydration? (SELECT 5)

Answer 33

Excessive sweating → you lose fluid through sweat Excessive urine output → e.g. uncontrolled diabetes or diuretic use Medication → diuretics increase urine loss Diarrhea → rapid fluid loss from intestinal tract Vomiting → expels stomach contents (and fluid)