Energy is the capacity to do work. The energy yielding food factors are (i) carbohydrates (ii) fats and (iii) proteins. The energy value of foods can be expressed in terms of kilocalories(KCal) or megajoules(MJ). Basal Metabolism is the minimum amount of energy needed by the body for maintenance of life when the person is at complete physical and mental rest and having normal body temperature and in the post -absorptive state ( hours after the intake of last meal).
Exercise is defined as any movement that makes the muscles work and requires the body to burn calories. There are many types of physical activity, including swimming, running, jogging, walking and dancing, to name a few. Being active has been shown to have many health benefits, both physically and mentally. - - Carbohydrates and Energy ) What is malt sugar?
) What are amylases? ) What are pectins? ) Define Basal metabolism. ) List any benefits of regular physical activity.
Part - C Answer in brief: ( marks) ) What is meant by protein sparing effect of carbohydrates? ) Differentiate between soluble and insoluble fibres. ) What are healthy carbohydrates? Give examples.
) What is glycogen? Give its functions. ) What is the physiological fuel value of the macronutrients? ) What is meant by gross energy value of foods?
Part - D Answer in detailed: ( marks) ) What are the functions of carbohydrates? ) What is dietary fibre? Explain the types of fibre with their food sources. ) How can you determine the energy value of foods?
) What are the factors affecting BMR? ) What are the benefits of regular physical activity? Questions Part - A Choose the correct answer: ( mark) ) One gram of carbohydrate yields kilocalories. a) b) c) d) ) is the only source of energy for the CNS.
a) lactose b) sucrose c) glucose d) fractose ) Sucrose on hydrolysis gives a) Glucose and fructose b)Glucose and galactose c) Glucose and lactose d) Glucose and Glucose )