Home Economics: Explanation on Proteins, Carbohydrates, and Meal Planning

 

  1. Protein can be made up of all except one of the following: (a) carbon (b) hydrogen (c) nitrogen (d) starch
  2. The last products of protein digestion are: (a) glucose (b) fructose (c) sugar (d) amino acids
  3. Proteins, e.g white of egg will most heat: (a) coagulate (b) spread (c) increase (d) enlarge
  4. With million’s test egg-white gives a precipitate: (a) yellows (b) purples (c) red (d) green
  5. Which of the following is not a carbohydrate? (a) simple sugar (b) complex sugar (c) Gum (d) starch
  6. The last product of carbohydrate digestion is: (a) glucose (b) complex (c) gelatin (d) cellulose
  7. The brown honey-like substance formed when sugar is heated is called: (a) gelatine (b) chocolate (c) sweet (d) caramel
  8. Surplus carbohydrate in the body is stored as body: (a) fat (b) protein (c) glucose (d) starch
  9. Which of the following is not a body builder? (a) soyabeans (b) meat (c) cassava (d) egg
  10. One of the following helps digestion and bowel movement: (a) starch (b) protein (c) roughage (d) vitamin
  11. One of the following may not influence meal planning: (a) age (b) health (c) money (d) height
  12. Excessive consumption of sweets by children can lead to: (a) good teeth (b) strong teeth (c) tooth growths (d) tooth decay
  13. ________________ is a vital aspect of food and nutrition: (a) meal planning (b) meal preparation (c) food consumption (d) health food
  14. Sweet food served after the main meal is: (a) appetizer (b) dessert (c) breakfast (d) starter
  15. ________________ is a first course of meal: (a) dessert (b) breakfast (c) meal planning (d) lunch
  16. ________________ is the first meal of the day: (a) lunch (b) dinner (c) breakfast (d) dessert

 

  1. Protein Composition:
    • Proteins are made up of elements like carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen.
    • Example: Eggs, meat, beans. 🥚🍖🥦
  2. Last Products of Protein Digestion:
    • The final products of protein digestion are amino acids.
    • Example: Chicken, fish, beans. 🍗🐟🥩
  3. Effect of Heat on Proteins:
    • Proteins like egg whites coagulate when heated.
    • Example: Cooking eggs. 🍳
  4. Million’s Test Result:
    • Egg whites give a red precipitate with Million’s test.
    • Example: Testing egg whites with Million’s reagent.
  5. Non-Carbohydrate Substance:
    • Gum is not considered a carbohydrate.
    • Example: Chewing gum. 🍬
  6. Final Product of Carbohydrate Digestion:
    • Glucose is the end product of carbohydrate digestion.
    • Example: Fruits, bread, rice. 🍎🍞🍚
  7. Formation of Caramel:
    • Heating sugar produces a brown honey-like substance called caramel.
    • Example: Making caramel sauce. 🍯
  8. Storage of Surplus Carbohydrate:
    • Extra carbohydrates in the body are stored as fat.
    • Example: Overeating sugary foods. 🍰🍭
  9. Non-Body Builder Foods:
    • Cassava is not typically considered a body-builder food.
    • Example: Cassava flour. 🥔
  10. Importance of Roughage:
    • Roughage helps digestion and bowel movement.
    • Example: Fruits, vegetables, whole grains. 🥦🍉🌾
  11. Factors Influencing Meal Planning:
    • Age, health, and money can influence meal planning.
    • Example: Planning meals for a family. 💰👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
  12. Effects of Excessive Sweets:
    • Eating too many sweets can cause tooth decay.
    • Example: Consuming candies and chocolates. 🍬🍫
  13. Importance of Meal Planning:
    • Meal planning is essential for ensuring a balanced diet.
    • Example: Planning meals for the week. 📅🍽️
  14. Desserts After Main Meal:
    • Desserts are sweet foods served after the main meal.
    • Example: Cake, ice cream, fruit salad. 🍰🍨🍓
  15. Starter Course:
    • A starter is the first course of a meal.
    • Example: Soup, salad, appetizers. 🥣🥗🍤
  16. Breakfast as the First Meal:
    • Breakfast is the first meal of the day, eaten in the morning.
    • Example: Cereal, toast, eggs. 🥞🍳🥐

 

  1. Protein can be made up of all except one of the following: a) carbon b) hydrogen c) nitrogen d) starch
  2. The last products of protein digestion are: a) glucose b) fructose c) sugar d) amino acids
  3. Proteins, e.g white of egg willmost heat: a) coagulate b) spread c) increase d) enlarge
  4. With million’s test egg-white gives a precipitate: a) yellows b) purples c) red d) green
  5. Which of the following is not a carbohydrate? a) simple sugar b) complex sugar c) Gum d) starch
  6. The last product of carbohydrate digestion is: a) glucose b) complex c) gelatin d) cellulose
  7. The brown honey-like substance formed when sugar is heated is called: a) gelatine b) chocolate c) sweet d) caramel
  8. Surplus carbohydrate in the body is stored as body: a) fat b) protein c) glucose d) starch
  9. Which of the following is not a body builder? a) soyabeans b) meat c) cassava d) egg
  10. One of the following helps digestion and bowel movement: a) starch b) protein c) roughage d) vitamin
  11. One of the following may not influence meal planning: a) age b) health c) money d) height
  12. Excessive consumption of sweets by children can lead to: a) good teeth b) strong teeth c) tooth growths d) tooth decay
  13. ________________ is a vital aspect of food and nutrition: a) meal planning b) meal preparation c) food consumption d) health food
  14. Sweet food served after the main meal is: a) appetizer b) dessert c) breakfast d) starter
  15. ________________ is a first course of meal: a) dessert b) starter c) meal planning d) lunch
  16. What are proteins made of?
    • Proteins are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen atoms.
  17. What are the final products of protein digestion?
    • The final products of protein digestion are amino acids.
  18. What happens to egg whites when heated?
    • Egg whites coagulate or become solid when heated.
  19. What color precipitate does egg white produce with Million’s test?
    • Egg whites produce a red precipitate with Million’s test.
  20. Which of the following is not a carbohydrate?
    • Gum is not classified as a carbohydrate.
  21. What is the end product of carbohydrate digestion?
    • Glucose is the final product of carbohydrate digestion.
  22. What is the brown substance formed when sugar is heated?
    • The brown substance formed is called caramel.
  23. How does the body store surplus carbohydrates?
    • Surplus carbohydrates are stored as body fat.
  24. Which food is not considered a body builder?
    • Cassava is not typically considered a body builder food.
  25. What aids digestion and bowel movement?
    • Roughage, also known as fiber, aids digestion and bowel movement.
  26. Which factors may not influence meal planning?
    • Age, health, money, and height can all influence meal planning.
  27. What can excessive consumption of sweets lead to?
    • Excessive consumption of sweets can lead to tooth decay.
  28. What aspect is vital for food and nutrition?
    • Meal planning is a vital aspect of food and nutrition.
  29. What is sweet food served after the main meal called?
    • Sweet food served after the main meal is called dessert.
  30. What is the first course of a meal called?
    • The first course of a meal is called a starter.