Hnsc 1210 Midterm Study Guide Rated A+

Heartburn {Ans: Burning sensation in chest caused by back flow of stomach acid into esophagus.}Lactose Intolerance {Ans: Insufficient lactase enzyme activity to digest lactose --> glucose and galactose Develops in adults of non-Northern European background. More osmotic particles draw water. Bacterial fermentation in intestine.}Gastric Juice {Ans: pH 1-2. Denatures protein. Kills microorganisms (line of defense). Mucus protects stomach wall.}Digestion by pancreatic amylase (starch --> disaccharides) and enzymes on intestinal wall (disaccharides --> monosaccharides). Fibre travels unchanged to colon. Absorption of glucose, fructose, and galactose into bloodstream --> liver. {Ans: How CHOs in Food Become Glucose in the Body (Small Intestine)}Test ideas through properly designed scientific experiments. Recognize inadequacies of anecdotal evidence / testimonials. Don't apply research findings from animals to humans. Don't generalize findings to all pop. groups. Report their findings in respected scientific journals that are peer reviewed. {Ans: Characteristics of Scientists Giving Valid Nutrition Information (5)}K. {Ans: 1 Conditional Vitamin}