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Afs2202:Principles Of Human Nutrition Question Paper

Afs2202:Principles Of Human Nutrition

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Food Science And Nutrition

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2012

QUESTION ONE – 30 MARKS
(a) Give three symptoms of the following conditions. (6Marks) (i) Under-nutrition (ii) Over-nutrition (b) Explain four roles of nutrients in the body. (4Marks) (c) Highlight four important functions of carbohydrates in human body. (4Marks) (d) Giving examples, explain the classification of carbohydrates. (6Marks) (e) Describe three routes in human body which initiate drinking of water when one is thirsty. (6Marks) (f) Explain Vitamin C deficiency and excess conditions in the body. (4Marks)
QUESTION TWO – 20 MARKS
(a) Discuss the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in human body. (10Marks) (b) Briefly explain ten determinants of energy expenditure in human being. (10Marks)
QUESTION THREE – 20 MARKS
Discuss chemical and numerical classification of amino acids citing examples. (20Marks)
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QUESTION FOUR – 20 MARKS
(a) In most industrialised countries, the prevalence of cardiovascular disease is very high. Explain the risk factors of this disease. (15Marks) (b) Give five benefits of cholesterol in human body. (5Marks)
QUESTION FIVE – 20 MARKS
(a) Discuss various ways in which energy is expended in human body. (10Marks) (b) Explain the role of insulin in weight gain and obesity. (10Marks)

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