Human Nutrition
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Human Nutrition starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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A child is diagnosed with marasmus. What is the main cause of this condition?
A person consumes 2500 kcal per day but only uses 2000 kcal. What is likely to happen over time?
A student eats a diet high in carbohydrates but low in protein and vitamins. What health problems might they face?
Describe the process of peristalsis in the digestive system.
A child is diagnosed with marasmus. What is the main cause of this condition?
A person consumes 2500 kcal per day but only uses 2000 kcal. What is likely to happen over time?
A student eats a diet high in carbohydrates but low in protein and vitamins. What health problems might they face?
A patient is unable to digest lactose and experiences discomfort after consuming dairy products. Which enzyme is likely deficient in this patient?
Which digestive organ produces hydrochloric acid? (1) Mouth (2) Stomach (3) Pancreas (4) Liver
Which mineral is important for the formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells? (1) Calcium (2) Iron (3) Sodium (4) Potassium
Which of the following foods is a good source of unsaturated fats? (1) Butter (2) Olive oil (3) Cheese (4) Lard
Which of the following is a deficiency disease caused by lack of iodine? (1) Goiter (2) Pellagra (3) Kwashiorkor (4) Marasmus
Fill in the blank: The breakdown of food to release energy is called __________.
Fill in the blank: The deficiency of vitamin A can lead to __________ blindness.
Fill in the blank: The enzyme __________ breaks down starch into maltose in the mouth.
Fill in the blank: The main function of carbohydrates is to provide __________.
True or False: All amino acids required by the human body can be synthesized internally.
True or False: Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in digestion.
True or False: Fats are not necessary in a balanced diet.
True or False: Kwashiorkor is caused by a deficiency of protein in the diet.
