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Nutrition Module 2 Portage Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the storage form of glucose in the liver and muscles?✔✔ Glycogen
What is the term for carbohydrates that cannot be digested by the body?✔✔ Dietary fiber
What type of carbohydrate consists of one sugar unit?✔✔ Monosaccharide
What is the most common monosaccharide found in the blood?✔✔ Glucose
What type of carbohydrate is made up of two sugar molecules?✔✔ Disaccharide
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What disaccharide is formed from glucose and galactose?✔✔ Lactose
What enzyme breaks down starch into smaller polysaccharides in the mouth?✔✔ Amylase
What hormone lowers blood glucose levels?✔✔ Insulin
What hormone raises blood glucose levels?✔✔ Glucagon
What condition results from chronic high blood sugar levels?✔✔ Diabetes mellitus
What is the primary source of added sugars in the typical Western diet?✔✔ Sugar-sweetened beverages
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What is a common symptom of lactose intolerance?✔✔ Bloating and gas after consuming dairy
What process describes the conversion of glucose to energy in cells?✔✔ Cellular respiration
What type of fiber helps lower blood cholesterol?✔✔ Soluble fiber
What nutrient is required to prevent ketosis during fat metabolism?✔✔ Carbohydrates
What is the minimum amount of carbohydrates recommended per day for adults?✔✔ 130 grams
What is the glycemic index?✔✔ A measure of how quickly a food raises blood glucose
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