Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues
7th Edition
ISBN: 9780321821652
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Question
Chapter 2, Problem 2QC
Summary Introduction
To review:
The functional and dietary supplements commonly used and awareness about their ingredients and purpose.
Introduction:
The dietary supplements are the additional nutritional supplements taken to improve the health, which includes multivitamins, minerals, hormones, amino acids, proteins, and herbal products. The functional foods are called nutraceuticals, which are claimed to help replenish or boost the energy levels of the body. It includes natural foods, fortified foods, and artificial food products.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solutionStudents have asked these similar questions
What, if any, dietary supplements or functional foods do you use? Do you know what is in these products, and do you understand why you or other people use them?
What lesson can you get in Lipids and Methabolisms that can you apply in everyday life.
What do you mean by transportation?
Chapter 2 Solutions
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues
Ch. 2 -
1. Who do you think should be responsible for...Ch. 2 - Prob. 2QCCh. 2 - Describe the electrical charges and relative...Ch. 2 -
2. Explain why two atoms of hydrogen tend to...Ch. 2 -
3. Explain why polar and charged molecules tend...Ch. 2 - How is a covalent bond different from an ionic...Ch. 2 - Compare and contrast potential energy and kinetic...Ch. 2 - Distinguish between saturated and unsaturated...Ch. 2 - Describe the process known as dehydration...Ch. 2 - Explain why proteins come in an almost unlimited...
Ch. 2 -
9. Discuss the importance of enzymes in living...Ch. 2 -
10. Describe the role of ATP in energy transfer...Ch. 2 - If a molecule of starch is repeatedly hydrolyzed,...Ch. 2 - Which of these molecules would be described as...Ch. 2 -
3. _______bonds form between the oxygen and...Ch. 2 - 13C and 14C are ______ of carbon. a. isotopes b....Ch. 2 - Which of the following substances has the lowest...Ch. 2 - When sugar is dissolved in water, sugar is the...Ch. 2 - A monosaccharide is to a polysaccharide as an...Ch. 2 -
8. Which of these bonds is the easiest to...Ch. 2 -
9. The primary structure of a protein is...Ch. 2 -
10. DNA ultimately contains the instructions for...Ch. 2 - If one strand of DNA has the sequence...Ch. 2 - Which of the following is true regarding the...Ch. 2 -
13. Which of the following is true regarding...Ch. 2 - Synthesis of proteins requires the input of...Ch. 2 - Prob. 15TYCh. 2 - Prob. 1AWKCh. 2 - Prob. 2AWKCh. 2 - Many people use cholesterol-lowering drugs to...Ch. 2 - Prob. 4AWKCh. 2 -
5. Coca-Cola is a very acidic drink; its pH is...Ch. 2 - Prob. 6AWK
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- The food label in Figure 11.28 lists the nutrients and other substances in a package of ready-to-eat macaroni and cheese. Based on your reading in this chapter, how would you rate this products healthiness in terms of fats and carbohydrates? Figure 11.28 Food labels are useful health tools. Information on a food label can be used to ensure that you get the nutrients you need without exceeding recommended limits on less healthy substances such as salt, sugar, and trans fats. At present, the USDA is considering major revisions to food labels. The proposed changes include showing realistic serving sizes and sugars added by the manufacturer, and printing the calorie content per serving in larger, bolder type so that it is easier for consumers to make informed choices about purchases of prepared foods. (Left: USDA, US Department of Agriculture; Right: FoodCollection/SuperStock)arrow_forwardWe are in a discution abot how trans fatty acids are created. Explain the drawbacks of consuming this type of fat and its impact on human health. My classmates explained how trans fatty are created but I would like to add some more information about how impact human health. Can you help me please?arrow_forwardHello! Can you help me in determining the statements below if it's true or false? It's all about biochemistry and I would like to have a short explanation in order to understand the concept. Thank you so much! 1. Lipids can create soap through saponification.2. Oils can be converted to fats.3. According to research, unsaturated fats can increase the risk of heart disorders.4. Cholesterol is a type of lipid that does not contain a fatty acid.arrow_forward
- what is hydroxychloroquine? should you publicly speak on intake of hydroxychloroquine? Does it matter that former President Trump took this drug and told the world about it?arrow_forwardIf you were to eat 200 kcalories more than you expended in a day, and those 200 extra kcalories came from protein, those excess kcalories would be stored in your body as: O amino acids O glycogen O triglycerides (fat) O enzymesarrow_forwardWhich food items can be broken down mostly into amino acids? O spaghetti noodles O steak O apple slices O cucumber slicesarrow_forward
- If a food contains 10 grams of fat and 100kcals per serving, what percent of the total calories (per serving) comes from fat? 10% 40% 90% Need more informationarrow_forwardWhich of the following is TRUE of vitamin supplements?a. They occur naturally in foodsb. They are needed by everyonec. You must have a prescription to take themd. These are products intended to add nutritional value to your dietarrow_forwardWhat is Metabolism? Discuss in layman's termarrow_forward
- Why is it important to know about the importance of carbohydrates to our daily life?arrow_forwardWhy are drugs for chronic conditions such as anxiety, depression, heart disease, or elevated cholesterol more profitable for drug companies than antibiotics?arrow_forwardSomeone who is a vegan, meaning they do not eat animal products, have to be extremely conscious about getting enough of which macromolecule? O lipids O trans-fats O proteins O carbohydratesarrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
- Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative a...NursingISBN:9781305964792Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy CorreaPublisher:Cengage Learning
- NutritionHealth & NutritionISBN:9781337906371Author:Sizer, Frances Sienkiewicz., WHITNEY, ElliePublisher:Cengage Learning,Human Biology (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781305112100Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillanPublisher:Cengage Learning
Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative a...
Nursing
ISBN:9781305964792
Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Nutrition
Health & Nutrition
ISBN:9781337906371
Author:Sizer, Frances Sienkiewicz., WHITNEY, Ellie
Publisher:Cengage Learning,
Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305112100
Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning