Author Question: Which of the following items contains the most saturated fat? a. Olive oil b. Lard c. Corn oil ... (Read 13 times)

dmcintosh

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 517
Which of the following items contains the most saturated fat?
 a. Olive oil
  b. Lard
  c. Corn oil
  d. Sunflower oil

Question 2

How is fructose absorbed differently than glucose? Could this contribute to its role in the development of obesity?



epscape

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 335
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

Fructose is absorbed into the bloodstream without the use of energy. There is a limit as to how much fructose can be absorbed. Glucose is also absorbed passively into the blood stream but it uses different carrier proteins than fructose. There is not convincing evidence that the body absorbs or uses fructose differently from glucose. The liver converts fructose and galactose to glucose as well.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question


 

Did you know?

Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).

Did you know?

According to animal studies, the typical American diet is damaging to the liver and may result in allergies, low energy, digestive problems, and a lack of ability to detoxify harmful substances.

Did you know?

Intradermal injections are somewhat difficult to correctly administer because the skin layers are so thin that it is easy to accidentally punch through to the deeper subcutaneous layer.

Did you know?

Oxytocin is recommended only for pregnancies that have a medical reason for inducing labor (such as eclampsia) and is not recommended for elective procedures or for making the birthing process more convenient.

Did you know?

Inotropic therapy does not have a role in the treatment of most heart failure patients. These drugs can make patients feel and function better but usually do not lengthen the predicted length of their lives.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library