Match the items with the appropriate description.
-in everyday usage, the equivalent of a thousand calories,or a kilocalorie
A)carbohydrate
B)phytochemical
C)caloric balance
D)antioxidant
E)incomplete protein
F)complex carbohydrate
G)calorie
H)sodium
I)saturated
J)amino acid

Question

Match the items with the appropriate description.
-in everyday usage, the equivalent of a thousand calories,or a kilocalorie
A)carbohydrate
B)phytochemical
C)caloric balance
D)antioxidant
E)incomplete protein
F)complex carbohydrate
G)calorie
H)sodium
I)saturated
J)amino acid

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A calorie is the equivalent of a thousand calories or a kilocalorie.

Answer: F
 A complex carbohydrate is a long chain of sugar molecules that provide sustained energy and are found in foods like whole grains, vegetables, and beans.

Answer: C
 Caloric balance refers to the balance between the calories consumed through food and beverages and the calories burned through physical activity.

Answer: D
 An antioxidant is a substance that protects cells against damage caused by free radicals, which can contribute to chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.

Answer: A
 Carbohydrates are macronutrients that provide the body with energy. They come in simple forms like sugar and more complex forms like starch.

Answer: H
 Sodium is a mineral that plays a vital role in regulating fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction. Too much sodium can contribute to high blood pressure.

Answer: I
 Saturated fats are a type of fat that is solid at room temperature and can increase levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol in the blood.

Answer: J
 Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and are essential for muscle growth and repair.

Answer: E
 An incomplete protein is a protein that lacks one or more of the essential amino acids necessary for the body to function properly.

Match the Items with the Appropriate Description