Metabolism Review Questions
1. Describe the following: catabolism, anabolism, coupled reactions, enzyme/coenzyme, photosynthesis, and cofactor.
2. Discuss how the basic units of carbohydrate, protein, and lipid are utilized in energy pathways to produce energy. What are the differences and similarities?
3. In a state of starvation, several changes happen within our bodies. Discuss these metabolic changes.
4. Using information regarding the pathways (biochemistry), discuss why dietary plans that only stress one or a couple of food groups are unhealthy physiologically.
5. Many individuals enjoy a drink with friends or family during a special occasion and research does indicate that drinking alcoholic beverages in moderation does have some positive health benefits (in particular wine). However, alcohol consumption does have many negative consequences.
Discuss the differences between digestion and absorption of alcohol and that of other nutrients. Is alcohol a nutrient? Focus on Alcohol (pages 202 - 213) may help you with your answer.