Nutrition & The Digestive System Quiz 4

How many calories are in one gram of carbohydrates?

• 3 calories
• 4 calories
• 7 calories
• 9 calories

What percentage of daily diet is recommended to come from carbohydrates?

• 30-40%
• 40-50%
• 50-60%
• 60-70%

Which type of carbohydrate slows digestion and helps food move through the GI tract?

• Monosaccharides
• Disaccharides
• Glycogen
• Fiber

How many calories are in one gram of lipids?

• 4 calories
• 5 calories
• 7 calories
• 9 calories

What is the recommended percentage of lipids in daily intake?

• 10-15%
• 20-25%
• 30-35%
• 40-50%

How many calories are in one gram of protein?

• 4 calories
• 6 calories
• 8 calories
• 9 calories

What is the recommended protein percentage in daily diet?

• 15-20%
• 5-10%
• 35-40%
• 45-50%

Which process involves breaking down larger molecules to release energy?

• Anabolism
• Metabolism
• Catabolism
• Synthesis

What are the fat-soluble vitamins?

• B, C, D, E
• A, D, E, K
• A, B, C, D
• E, K, B, C

What are minerals classified as?

• Organic compounds
• Inorganic compounds
• Energy compounds
• Protein structures