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Portage Learning: Nutrition Module 2
Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What type of nutrient is required in small amounts to regulate body functions?✔✔ Micronutrient
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?✔✔ Provide energy
What nutrient class includes sugars, starches, and fibers?✔✔ Carbohydrates
What type of carbohydrate is found in fruits and honey?✔✔ Simple sugar
What polysaccharide is stored in the liver and muscles for energy?✔✔ Glycogen
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What is the name of the plant-based polysaccharide that cannot be digested by humans?✔✔ Fiber
What process breaks down carbohydrates into glucose?✔✔ Digestion
What is the main function of insulin in carbohydrate metabolism?✔✔ Lowers blood glucose levels
What hormone raises blood glucose levels when they are too low?✔✔ Glucagon
What is the glycemic index used to measure?✔✔ The effect of food on blood sugar levels
What type of fiber dissolves in water and helps lower cholesterol?✔✔ Soluble fiber
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What type of fiber adds bulk to stool and aids in bowel movement?✔✔ Insoluble fiber
What sugar is commonly known as table sugar?✔✔ Sucrose
What simple sugar is the primary energy source for cells?✔✔ Glucose
What disaccharide is found in milk?✔✔ Lactose
What enzyme breaks down starches in the mouth?✔✔ Amylase
What is lactose intolerance caused by?✔✔ Lack of lactase enzyme
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