Summarize carbohydrate digestion and absorption. State the enzymes which digest the disaccharides and polysaccharides. Briefly describe the metabolism of carbohydrates, including what the body usually uses them for, typical storage, and what happens to them if we eat too much. Explain how the body maintains blood glucose concentrations. Detail what happens in the body to bring glucose back to normal if blood glucose rises too high or falls too low. Describe how excessive added sugars in the diet may contribute to health problems. State what level of added sugar intake is the maximum advised amount. Describe dietary strategies you could use to lower your intake of added sugar. Describe the dietary effects of fiber on health and why it has that effect. Identify the health benefits of and recommendations for intake of types and amounts of starch and fiber-containing foods.

Alberta is a 20 year old who has been a vegetarian for 3 years. she comes to you for advice after reading some material online by the meat promoters of america organization. one of their statements is: ". . vegetarians are at risk for protein deficiency because they cannot consume all of the essential amino acids necessary for healthy individuals." how should alberta be advised? she should consume dairy and egg products at every meal to protect herself against protein deficiency she should avoid the "limiting" amino acids because they are limiting her ability to maintain proper protein status because the statement is basically true, she should consider eating small quantities of meat every day in order to avoid protein deficiency although many foods don't provide all the essential amino acids individually, she could consume complementary proteins throughout the day, which would provide all the essential amino acids she needs

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