)Factors that influence the nutrient needs of an adolescent

What are Probiotics and Prebiotics? Briefly discuss their dietary sources and health effects.

Briefly describe the role of vitamin E and selenium in lipid peroxidation.

ow tryptophan is converted to niacin? Explain with the help of flow chart.

ow tryptophan is converted to niacin? Explain with the help of flow chart.

Explain the term calcium homeostasis.

FOS (Fructooligosaccharide)

Bioavailability of Vitamin A

)Differentiate between Glycemic Load (GL) and Glycemic Index (GI),

Diagrammatically explain the functions of two major fluid compartments of the body.

Why is LDL referred to as bad cholesterol and HDL as good cholesterol?

Enumerate the potential health benefits of dietary fiber.

Briefly discuss the digestion, absorption and transportation of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

List some important functions of carbohydrates.

Explain the mechanism of regulation of blood glucose concentration.

 What do you understand by Chemical score and biological value of protein? How are these used to know the quality of protein in the diet?

What is the purpose behind setting the dietary guidelines?

Briefly explain the concept of Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) and Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)

Inborn error of Carbohydrate metabolism

Antioxidants in Cancer prevention