Fibers in carbohydrates provide important functions. They include which of the following? (Select all that apply)
(Select All that Apply)
Clears blood vessels of fatty build up
Softens stool
Provide energy
Help build tissue
Provide feeling of fullness
Correct Answer : B,E
A. Clears blood vessels of fatty build up
Fiber helps lower cholesterol, but it doesn't "clear" arteries directly.
B. Softens stool
Soluble and insoluble fiber add bulk and moisture to stool, aiding in bowel movement.
C. Provide energy
Carbohydrates provide energy, not fiber, which is indigestible.
D. Help build tissue
Proteins-not fiber-are the primary tissue-building macronutrients.
E. Provide feeling of fullness
Fiber slows digestion, which increases satiety and helps with weight control.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Whole wheat bagel with butter
Provides carbohydrates and fat, but minimal protein.
B. Whole wheat bread with jelly
High in carbohydrates, very low in protein; jelly adds sugar but no protein.
C. Whole wheat bagel with peanut butter, topped with walnuts
Whole wheat provides carbs and some protein; peanut butter and walnuts are excellent plant-based protein sources.
D. Oatmeal with banana
Provides carbohydrates and fiber, but only a small amount of protein.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Alternate sweeteners provide no food energy
Artificial/alternate sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame are non-caloric or very low in calories.
B. Nutritive sweeteners provide no food energy
Nutritive sweeteners (e.g., sugar, honey) do provide calories/energy.
C. Nutritive sweeteners are much sweeter
Actually, alternate sweeteners are often hundreds of times sweeter than sugar.
D. Alternate sweeteners are less expensive
Not always true-cost varies by type and processing.
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