Review Flashcards
(20 cards)
What type of diabetes is when the pancreas does not make insulin?
Type 1
Which type of fat is butter classified as?
Saturated Fat
When a person’s immune system recognizes a component of food as harmful this is known as ________?
Food Allergy
Which of the following is NOT part of the 8 most commonly foods that people are allergic to?
Rice (Peanuts, Nuts, and Soy are)
Where is insulin produced in the body?
Pancreas
Where is cholesterol produced in the body?
Liver
Which type of fat is produced by adding hydrogen to liquid unsaturated fats?
Trans Fat
A stroke is when there is a disturbance of blood to where in the body?
Brain
A complete protein has all the essential amino acids. (T/F)
True
A lacto-ovo vegetarian eats eggs. (T/F)
True
A vegan does not eat any animal products (dairy, meat, eggs) (T/F)
True
Most Americans get enough protein in their diets. (T/F)
True
Insulin facilitates the passage of __________ into the cells
Glucose
LDL (low density lipoproteins) helps protect against heart disease. (T/F)
False
Which risk factor for heart disease can be changed?
Activity Level (age and family history can not)
Which form of diabetes is the majority of cases in the USA
Type 2
Exposure to a food allergy can cause anaphylactic shock. (T/F)
True
How many amino acids are there?
20
A wheat(gluten) allergy affects the lining of the small intestine. (T/F)
True
Health is a reason that is reported why a person has adopted a vegetarian lifestyle. (T/F)
True
