Nutrition 1.6-1.8

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  1. 5. a diet with excess sodium can lead to this condition?
  2. 7. in addition to calcium, which other mineral is vital for strong healthy bones?
  3. 11. soluble fibre is digested by ________ in the large intestine.
  4. 12. vitamin c consumption aids in the absorption of what mineral?
  5. 13. a vitamin D deficiency can lead to what childhood condition?
  6. 14. vitamin B12 is found almost exclusively in foods derived from __________.
  7. 15. this green leafy vegetable is a rich source of folate vitamin C and iron.
  8. 18. Vitamin D is synthesized from this type of lipid
  9. 21. the scientific name for Vitamin C (8,4)
  10. 22. those who are lactose intolerant do not produce [enough] of what digestive enzyme?
  11. 25. if someone consumes more energy than they utilise, they are said to have a __________ energy balance.
  12. 26. an enzyme to digest carbohydrates.
  13. 27. the name for the first part of the small intestine
  14. 28. organ that releases insulin
  15. 32. BMR stand for basal ______________ rate.
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  1. 1. someone with coeliac disease needs to avoid foods containing this food component.
  2. 2. term used to describe the result of chewing food.
  3. 3. the energy used to digest food consumed is known as the __________ effect.
  4. 4. Vitamins A, D E & K are ___ _______ (3,7)
  5. 6. Vitamin B1, B2 and B3 are coenzymes that aid in the release of ________.
  6. 8. name for Vitamin A found in animal food sources
  7. 9. the term used to describe the muscular action which moves food along the GI tract.
  8. 10. this food component (plural) inhibits calcium absorption and is present in tea and coffee.
  9. 16. maternal deficiencies cause embryonic neural tube defects
  10. 17. vitamin c deficiency can lead to _______.
  11. 19. projections in the small intestine which increases surface area and nutrient absorption rates.
  12. 20. a chemical used to emulsify fats in the digestive system, is stored in the gall bladder.
  13. 23. another name for the large intestine.
  14. 24. menstruation increases the risk of developing this iron deficient condition.
  15. 29. this important mineral aids in nerve impulses, fluid balance and muscle contraction.
  16. 30. organ of the GI tract with a low pH.
  17. 31. this important mineral is lost during the processing of food.